DHS-SP-Ludeman - Deli-Style Salads Rebid FY22/23

The 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 from January 24, 2022 to December 31, 2022, with the awarded vendor required to deliver a variety of salads on a weekly basis. The items and quantities listed are not a guarantee of products that will be purchased during the contract term, and all shipping and handling costs will be the responsibility of the vendor. The salads must have a 21-day shelf life and meet specific nutritional requirements. Deliveries must be made between 7:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding state observed holidays. Vendors may be required to submit samples prior to contract award.

The procurement opportunity does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The incumbent vendor or current contractor is not mentioned. The procurement also does not provide any information on possible award values or budget ranges. The opportunity is open to all qualified vendors, and the contract will be awarded to the vendor that can best meet the requirements outlined in the solicitation documents.