FY-24 ivhq - diet kits

The State of Illinois, through the Illinois Veterans Home (IVHQ), is seeking quotes for the procurement of diet kits for fiscal year 2024 (July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024). The agency requires four different types of diet kits: regular, diabetic, low sodium, and diabetic/low sodium. The estimated quantities range from 50,000 to 157,500 kits per item, with each kit containing specific components such as napkins, straws, sugars/substitutes, salt, and pepper. Vendors must provide brand, part number, case size, and unit pricing information. Quotes must be submitted via email or the BidBuy system by May 24, 2023. Pricing terms include free shipping and handling, with no price increases allowed. The agency reserves the right to reject all offers and to cancel orders up to 72 hours in advance. The selected vendor must be able to provide all required supplies and services and offer the lowest price.

The contract opportunity is open to all qualified vendors, and there are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The agency has not provided any information on incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The available budget or award value range for this procurement has not been disclosed.