orange sporks

The State of Illinois, through Robinson Correctional Center, awarded an Open Market Small Purchase contract to Cicero Manufacturing & Supply Company, Inc. on August 13, 2026, with a completion date of June 30, 2027. The contract value is $486.00 and covers the procurement of Cook's Brand Copolymer Sporks, Model 630-200CP in orange coloring. The specification calls for 10 cases of sporks, with each case containing 400 units (4,000 total sporks), at a unit price of $48.60 per case, or agency-approved equivalent products meeting comparable performance standards.

The Cook's Brand Copolymer Sporks are manufactured from proprietary blended, stain-resistant copolymer plastic with an extra-thick handle engineered for heavy institutional use in correctional facility dining operations. The product specifications include a temperature rating of -40 to 248 degrees Fahrenheit, microwave and dishwasher-safe capability, and a one-year warranty against manufacturing defects. The sporks measure 6-21/32 inches in length by 1-11/32 inches in width. Cicero Manufacturing & Supply Company, Inc. must comply with all applicable State of Illinois General Services Standard Terms and Conditions, including insurance requirements, record-keeping obligations for three years, and adherence to prevailing wage and equal opportunity regulations.