Fresh produce - for delivery 10/07/26

The State of Illinois, through the Murphysboro Life Skills Re-Entry organization, awarded an Open Market Small Purchase contract to Cusumano & Sons Inc. on October 2, 2026, for the supply of fresh produce. The contract is valued at $474 and extends through June 30, 2027. The performance location is Pinckneyville Correctional Center, located at 5835 State Route 154, Pinckneyville, Illinois 62274. The contracting officer is Michele Bird, and the vendor contact is Lance Cusumano.

The contract encompasses the delivery of fresh produce items including fresh apples (5 cases), bananas (120 units), celery (10 units), onions (25 units), red potatoes (150 units), green bell peppers (10 units), cabbage (100 units), carrots (10 units), and pre-tossed salad (6 cases). All deliveries are to be made on a one-time basis, F.O.B. destination, with vendor responsibility for all transportation and handling costs. Acceptable delivery windows are Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., excluding state holidays. The procurement was funded through fiscal year 2027 state appropriations, and no subcontractors are being utilized under this award.