IDOC Halal and Kosher Certified Hard Cooked Eggs

The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) is procuring a contract for Halal and Kosher Certified Hard Cooked Eggs to support dietary requirements for incarcerated individuals. The procurement seeks a vendor to supply approximately 273,000 precooked, individually packaged eggs monthly, with strict certification requirements for Halal and Kosher compliance. The contract will have an initial term of one year, with a potential maximum total term of ten years. Vendors must provide valid documentation of Kosher and Halal certifications and maintain product integrity throughout production and transportation. Delivery will be made to multiple correctional facilities statewide using refrigerated transport, with vendors required to coordinate delivery times and comply with facility security protocols. The solicitation requires vendors to provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 in general commercial liability insurance, $1,000,000 in auto liability insurance, and worker's compensation insurance as mandated by law. The bid is due on September 3, 2025, with the contract contingent upon availability of appropriated funds from the Illinois General Assembly.

The state has established an aspirational goal of awarding at least 30% of the contract's total dollar amount to businesses certified as owned and controlled by minorities, women, and persons with disabilities, with an additional 3% goal for service-disabled and veteran-owned small businesses. Vendors must submit a Utilization Plan demonstrating either full achievement of diversity goals or good faith efforts to meet them. The procurement includes mandatory vendor disclosure requirements, covering detailed information about business ownership, financial interests, potential conflicts of interest, and compliance with state and federal regulations. Vendors must complete comprehensive documentation, including vendor disclosure forms that outline ownership structures, political contributions, and ethical standards. Failure to provide accurate and complete documentation could result in disqualification from the procurement process. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the monthly requirement of 273,000 eggs suggests a significant annual procurement commitment. The state reserves the right to evaluate price adjustments using indices like the Consumer Price Index and Producer Price Index, ensuring fair and competitive pricing throughout the contract term.