Summary

This is a State of Illinois Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) under $50,000 between the State of Illinois Department of Corrections (Pinckeyville Correctional Center) and Cusumano and Sons, Inc., a fresh produce vendor located at 826 Harrison Street, Mt. Vernon, Illinois 62864. The agreement is effective upon signature and expires on June 30, 2027. The procurement method is classified as a small purchase, utilizing fiscal year 2027 state funding. The vendor is registered with the Illinois Procurement Gateway (IPG) and has completed all required certifications.

The contract covers the delivery of fresh produce items including apples, bananas, bell peppers, cabbage, carrots, celery, onions, oranges, pears, potatoes, and pre-tossed salad. The total contract value is $6,231.20 for one-time charges only. Pricing is provided on a per-unit basis for various quantities and measurements (cases, pounds). The vendor is responsible for F.O.B. destination delivery with all transportation and handling costs included. Deliveries are accepted Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., excluding state holidays. Bids were due by July 23, 2026 at 8:30 a.m., with submission directed to Amy Cleland at the Pinckeyville facility. The contract was executed on July 21, 2026, by Tony Cusumano (Manager) on behalf of the vendor and John Barwick (Warden) representing the state facility.