Dixon CC - 58230282 Food Carts

The state of Illinois, through the Dixon Correctional Center, is procuring two heated holding transport cabinets, also known as "hot boxes," for food service operations. The cabinets must be commercial-grade, able to hold 20 pans that are 4 inches deep in standard pan sizes, operate on 120 volts, and have adjustable universal tray slides, removable upright assemblies, Energy Star approval, temperature settings ranging from 90F to 190F with a low temp alarm, stainless steel construction, and be mounted on casters with padlocking transport latches. The units must also have a security package suitable for a correctional facility. Bids are due by January 27, 2023, at 10:00 am CST, and must be submitted electronically via the state's BidBuy portal or by email. Vendors must be registered in BidBuy to be considered. The contract term is from the date of final signatures through June 30, 2023, and delivery must be made to the facility's warehouse receiving dock within 30 days of contract award, unless a different timeframe is agreed upon.

The solicitation does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. It also does not provide any information on listed incumbent vendors or current contractors, existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration, or possible award values or budget ranges.