Signed_R319440_RONS.pdf

This is a State of Illinois Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) under $50,000 between the State of Illinois, Department of Corrections (specifically Lincoln Correctional Center) and Ron's Produce Co Inc., a vendor located in Taylorville, Illinois. The contract was executed on May 5, 2026, and is effective from that date through May 8, 2026. The agreement was procured through a small purchase method and is funded entirely by state fiscal year 2026 appropriations. Lincoln Correctional Center serves as both the billing and shipping recipient for all deliveries.

The contract covers the purchase of fresh produce and food items for institutional use, with a total contract value of $3,432.75 on the first page. Specific items ordered include cabbage, carrots, celery, lettuce, head lettuce, peppers, potatoes, apples, bananas, and oranges, with quantities and unit prices specified for each line item. Pricing is quoted on a per-pound or per-case basis, with all prices net of any applicable discounts. Delivery must be completed by May 12, 2026, at 12:00 noon, with the vendor responsible for all transportation and handling costs on an F.O.B. destination basis. Produce deliveries are accepted Monday or Tuesday by 12:00 noon only. The payment cycle is upon receipt, and the contract is subject to standard State of Illinois terms and conditions, including insurance requirements, independent contractor status, and compliance with prevailing wage and applicable state and federal laws.