DOC Stateville - Styrofoam Trays (1391)

The State of Illinois is seeking bids for the procurement of 100,000 styrofoam trays for the Stateville Correctional Center. The trays must have 3 compartments, a hinged lid, and approximate dimensions of 9 inch by 9 inch by 3 inch. They must be white in color and delivered in cases. Bids are due by August 15, 2023 at 11:00 am and must be submitted electronically via Bid Buy or email. The contract term is from the date of final signature through June 30, 2024. Pricing for the trays must be per unit and include shipping and handling costs. Vendors must be registered in Bid Buy to be considered for award. Brands may be specified, but "or equal" submissions will not be rejected due to minor differences. The procurement is funded by the State of Illinois for Fiscal Year 2024.

The contract is subject to the State's Standard Terms and Conditions, which cover standard provisions such as payment terms, assignment and subcontracting, audits, confidentiality, ownership, insurance, compliance with laws, termination, and warranties. The State reserves the right to conduct background checks on vendor personnel and has the ability to terminate the contract for convenience or due to lack of appropriations. The contract does not include any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The procurement documents do not identify any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor do they mention any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The budget range for this procurement is not provided.