DHS SP - FY22 Juices (January - June)- Shapiro

This state and/or local contracting opportunity is for the purchase and delivery of 100% fruit juice in 6 oz. portions to the Shapiro Development Center in Kankakee, Illinois. The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) is issuing a Request for Pricing (RFP) for four juice flavors - apple, fruit blend, grape, and orange - with estimated annual quantities ranging from 300 to 1,320 cases per flavor. The contract will be awarded on an "all or none" basis and requires one weekly delivery to the Shapiro Center. Vendors must provide their delivered price per case, brand, packaging details, and whether the product is fresh or frozen. The contract term is from January 1, 2022 through June 30, 2022, with pricing remaining constant during this period. Responses to this RFP are due by December 9, 2021.

The vendor must comply with various state certifications and disclosures, including compliance with civil rights laws, prohibitions on political contributions and conflicts of interest, requirements for drug-free workplaces, and certifications related to the use of forced labor, child labor, and steel products. Additionally, the vendor must adhere to COVID-19 precautions mandated by the Governor's Executive Orders, which may include face coverings, vaccinations, or testing requirements. The RFP does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, nor does it mention any incumbent vendors or existing technology that must be integrated. The RFP also does not provide any details on the potential award value or budget range for this contract.