DOC-law-weekly fresh produce-as

This state and local contracting opportunity from the Illinois Department of Corrections involves the procurement of weekly fresh produce for the Lawrence Correctional Center. The Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) under $50,000 covers the supply of various produce items such as salad, carrots, potatoes, celery, oranges, onions, apples, and pears, with specified quantities and delivery dates. Bids are due by 12:00 PM CST on September 7, 2023, and the awarded vendor must deliver all items on September 12, 2023 by 2:00 PM. The agreement has a term from the date of signature through June 30, 2024. The procurement includes requirements for the vendor to adhere to COVID-19 protocols, including mandatory vaccination or testing for extended contact with staff or individuals in custody. The agency reserves the right to award the bid in whole or in part.

The contract opportunity does not provide information about any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. There is no information about an incumbent vendor or current contractor, and no details on possible award values or budget ranges. The procurement appears to be a standard weekly produce order for the correctional facility, funded through the state's fiscal year 2024 budget.