DHS SP Ludeman FY21 - Convenience Foods Dec. - March

This state and local contract opportunity is for the provision of Frozen Convenient Foods for the Elisabeth Ludeman Center, a facility operated by the Illinois Department of Human Services, located in Park Forest, Illinois within Cook County. The anticipated contract term is from December 1, 2020 through March 31, 2021. The Department reserves the right to award the contract by item, group of items, or grand total, whichever is in the best interest of the State. The vendor will be responsible for all shipping costs, including transportation and handling, and must provide a packing list with each shipment indicating the order number and vendor name. Vendors must comply with the State of Illinois Chief Procurement Office General Services' Standard Terms and Conditions, as well as provide certifications related to compliance with civil rights laws, prohibitions on the use of forced or child labor, and registration and political contribution requirements.

The procurement documents do not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. There is also no information provided on any incumbent vendors or current contractors, existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration, or possible award values or budget ranges. The key evaluation criterion appears to be awarding the contract in the best interest of the State of Illinois.