DHS SP- Kiley- Prepared Salads- FY25

The state of Illinois, through the Department of Human Services (DHS), is seeking a vendor to provide prepared salad meals to the Ann Kiley Center. The contract covers the fiscal year 2025 and requires the successful vendor to deliver ready-to-serve, high-quality salad meals to the center. Key objectives include ensuring the meals meet nutritional requirements, are prepared and packaged properly, and are delivered on time and in the correct quantities. Qualified vendors must have experience in large-scale food preparation and distribution, with the ability to adhere to strict food safety and quality standards. The selection process will evaluate factors such as pricing, menu options, service level commitments, and the vendor's capacity to meet the expected demand. Interested parties must submit their proposals by February 5, 2024.

The contract opportunity is open to all qualified vendors, with no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The state has not identified any incumbent vendors or current contractors for this service. Respondents will need to demonstrate their ability to integrate with any existing infrastructure or technology used by the Ann Kiley Center. While the specific award value or budget range is not provided, vendors should be prepared to submit competitive pricing that aligns with the state's procurement objectives.