DHS-SP-Ludeman - Deli-Style Salads Annual Contract FY21/22 Rebid

The State of Illinois Department of Human Services is seeking a vendor to provide fresh, deli-style salads for the Elisabeth Ludeman Center in Park Forest, Illinois. The anticipated contract term is January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2021, with the awarded vendor responsible for weekly deliveries of a variety of salad types, including American potato salad, coleslaw, chicken salad, and tuna salad. The salads must have a 21-day shelf life and be delivered during weekday business hours, excluding state holidays. The quantities listed are not guaranteed, and all shipping and handling costs will be the responsibility of the vendor. Vendors must complete and submit the required Forms B Certifications and Disclosures document along with their response by the due date of October 27, 2020.

The procurement documents do not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. Incumbent vendor information and award value or budget ranges are also not provided. The terms and conditions outline requirements for sodium content, sample submission, and delivery schedule, but do not include any evaluation criteria for selecting the awarded vendor.