IDOC - Shelf Stable Halal Meals

The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) is soliciting bids for certified shelf-stable halal meals through a Request for Quote (RFQ). The procurement includes approximately 2,400 cases of various halal-certified shelf-stable meal types, such as beef stew, pasta, vegetarian stew, cheese tortellini, and lasagna. The contract term is two years, with potential renewal options. IDOC requires detailed product specifications, including packaging, shelf-life, and delivery requirements. Bids must be submitted through the BidBuy platform no later than February 7, 2023 at 11:00 am. A bidder's conference may be held, with mandatory attendance required. Pricing must be submitted per the line items in BidBuy, and expenses are not allowed. The total contract value is estimated, and funding is contingent upon state appropriations.

The RFQ does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, such as disadvantaged enterprises. The document also does not mention any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFQ does not provide a listed award value or budget range for the procurement.