8026075 Cusumano.pdf

The document is a Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) between the State of Illinois and Cushman & Sons, Inc., a vendor located in Vernon, Illinois. The contract is administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Services, with the primary contact being Michele Bird from the agency. The agreement is set to expire on 6/30/2026 and covers procurement of various agricultural products.

The BOA establishes pricing and terms for purchasing items such as apples, bell peppers, cabbage, carrots, celery, garlic, onions, potatoes, and red potatoes. The order quantities range from 3 to 200 units, with pricing structured in pounds (lbs) and cases (Cs). The document includes a detailed price list with unit pricing, and allows for periodic price adjustments. The contract appears to be a state-level purchasing agreement that enables state agencies and potentially other authorized entities to procure fresh produce through a pre-negotiated, competitively bid framework with established pricing and terms.