IDOC Stateville - Styrofoam Trays -SR (1391)

The state of Illinois, through the Stateville Correctional Center, is seeking bids for the procurement of 100,000 3-compartment, 9-inch by 9-inch by 3-inch styrofoam trays with hinged lids. The trays must be white in color, and deliveries must be made to the facility's warehouse receiving dock, Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM, excluding state holidays. Bids are due by 11:00 AM on September 21, 2023 and must be submitted electronically via BidBuy or email. The contract term is from the date of final signature through June 30, 2024, and pricing must be provided on a per-tray basis, with shipping and handling included in the cost. No substitutions will be accepted, and the State will award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Vendors must be registered in BidBuy to be considered for the award, and pricing must be F.O.B. destination, with all transportation and handling paid by the vendor.

The State's Standard Terms and Conditions apply, and the contract may not be assigned or subcontracted without prior written approval. Vendors must maintain detailed records for auditing purposes for at least 3 years, and all work performed is considered work-for-hire, with the State retaining ownership of any intellectual property. Vendors must provide general liability, auto liability, and workers' compensation insurance, and comply with all applicable laws and regulations. The State may terminate the contract immediately for cause or with 30 days' notice for convenience, and the contract is contingent on the availability of appropriated funds. No third-party agreements will be accepted, and the State's terms and conditions must be agreed to by the vendor. The State reserves the right to award the bid in part or in whole, and the current incumbent or contractor information is not provided.