FY-22 IVHQ - Food Supplements

This state and local contract opportunity is a Request for Quote (RFQ) issued by the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs for the purchase of various food supplements, including Two Cal HN, Glucerna, and Ensure products manufactured by Abbott Nutrition. The RFQ specifies the item descriptions, quantities, and pack sizes required for the period of July 2021 through June 2022. Vendors must submit their quotes by July 8, 2021, and the contract will be awarded to the vendor with the lowest total bid for all products. Vendors must agree to partial shipments in case of delays on the total order, and all quoted prices must be valid for 180 days and include shipping and handling charges. The RFQ states that no price increases will be accepted, and the agency reserves the right to reject any or all offers, as well as to award by item, part, or portion of an item, group of items, or total. All products must be new and carry a minimum 1-year warranty from the date of delivery. Vendors may attach a separate page describing their proposal, and the winning vendor will be chosen based on the lowest total bid for all products.

The RFQ does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The documents provided do not indicate any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor do they mention any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFQ does not provide any information on possible award values or budget ranges.