DHS SP - FY26 Juices H1 (July 1st thru December 31st) -Shapiro

The State of Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking a vendor to provide and deliver juice for individuals at the Shapiro Center located at 100 E. Jeffery Street in Kankakee, IL. This procurement opportunity, identified by the contract ID 680faa427183a2014a00da72, is specifically for the period of July 1st through December 31st, 2025 (FY26), with deliveries scheduled on a weekly or bi-weekly basis. The contract requires the selected vendor to supply juice to meet the nutritional needs of center residents, with the procurement process open to qualified suppliers who can consistently meet delivery requirements. Proposals must be submitted by April 22, 2025, with the contract formally covering the six-month period from 07/01/2025 to 12/31/25. While specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the provided documents, vendors will need to demonstrate compliance with the Standard Illinois Certifications and adhere to the State of Illinois Chief Procurement Office General Services Standard Terms and Conditions. Potential bidders should carefully review the attached documentation, particularly the standard certifications document, which outlines 33 specific compliance requirements.

The contract opportunity appears to be open to all qualified vendors, with no specific set-aside designations mentioned in the provided documentation. Vendors must complete the comprehensive Standard Illinois Certifications form, which includes requirements related to legal status, ethical conduct, workplace standards, tax compliance, and employment practices. The certifications apply to both primary vendors and any potential subcontractors, with potential consequences for non-compliance including contract voiding, suspension, debarment, or financial penalties. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the contract is for juice procurement for a human services center, suggesting a moderate-value contract based on the six-month delivery period. Vendors should note the potential for ongoing compliance monitoring, as the certification requires continuous maintenance of eligibility status and immediate reporting of any changes that might affect contract qualifications. Additionally, the standard terms and conditions document indicates that the contract is contingent on appropriation availability, with the state reserving the right to terminate or suspend the contract if sufficient funding is not secured.