Summary

This is an Attachment document supporting an Invitation for Bid (IFB) issued by the Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) for external storage and warehousing services at the Ann M. Kiley Center. The procurement seeks professional warehousing services to provide safe, organized, and accessible off-site dry storage for non-perishable food items utilized by the Nutrition Management Services Program. The contract term is for three fiscal years (FY27-29), with the specific responsibilities including receiving, inventory management, storage, and timely retrieval of food items to support the Center's nutrition operations.

The solicitation establishes performance and service-level requirements for the selected vendor to maintain proper storage conditions, implement inventory control procedures, and ensure food safety compliance. Qualified bidders must demonstrate experience in food storage operations, adequate facility capacity, appropriate climate control capabilities, and ability to provide reliable logistics support. The contract includes provisions for ongoing performance monitoring and the potential for continuation based on satisfactory service delivery throughout the three-year period.