Black Boots

The State of Illinois awarded an Open Market Small Purchase contract to Bob Barker (Vendor ID V00003881) for the procurement of shoes and boots for prisoners. The contract was awarded to Menard Correctional Center on July 21, 2026, with a contract value of $4,643.76 and a period of performance extending through June 30, 2027. The National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP) classification code 80068 identifies the commodity as prisoner footwear.

This procurement falls under the Open Market Small Purchase contracting method, a streamlined acquisition process typically employed for lower-value purchases. As the prime contractor, Bob Barker will be responsible for delivery of shoes and boots to support the operational requirements of Menard Correctional Center. The contract duration of approximately eleven months aligns with standard state correctional facility supply cycles for replacement and maintenance of prisoner clothing and personal items.