ICI - IL River Pumpkin and Sweet Potato Pies JW

This state and local contracting opportunity is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) issued by the Illinois Department of Central Management Services, Bureau of Strategic Sourcing on behalf of the Illinois Department of Corrections, Illinois River Correctional Industries. The purpose of this procurement is to establish a contract to enable the Department of Central Management Services to purchase frozen pumpkin and sweet potato pies on an as-needed basis during the contract period. The initial contract term is 2 years, with the option to renew for up to 2 additional years. Bids are due on July 16, 2018 by 10:30 am, and the pricing for the initial term and any renewal periods is provided. Expenses are not allowed, but a discount may be provided for prompt payment. Pricing will be adjusted annually based on the Producer Price Index for frozen bakery products, with a maximum allowable adjustment.

There are no small business, minority-owned business, or veteran-owned business set-asides for this procurement. The incumbent contractor is JW Enterprises. The total estimated value of the contract over the five-year potential term is $3,250,000, and the project is funded through the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) operating budget.