Dietary Produce Items for Delivery Week of August 4th

The State of Illinois awarded an Open Market Small Purchase contract to Ron's Produce Co., Inc. (V00002236) for the supply of fresh produce to the Western Illinois Correctional Center. The contract, designated 27-426DOC-WESTE-P-100056, was awarded on July 28, 2026, with a completion date of June 30, 2027, and carries a total contract value of $5,739.25. This procurement represents a standard small purchase transaction executed through open market procedures.

The contract encompasses the delivery of fourteen distinct produce items, including apples, bananas, oranges, celery, cabbage, carrots, onions, peppers, lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, broccoli, cauliflower, spinach, and potatoes. Quantities vary by item type, with bulk purchases of potatoes (800 units) and cabbage (900 units) alongside smaller allocations of specialty items such as baby carrot hearts and kosher lettuce. The line items specify detailed product standards including grade designations, size requirements, and packaging specifications. The contract includes delivery services for the week of August 4th and establishes a performance period extending from the award date through June 30, 2027, ensuring ongoing produce supply to support institutional food service operations.