IDOC - Statewide Dietary Smallwares

The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) is soliciting bids for heavy duty, commercial grade dietary smallwares to be provided on an as-needed basis across over 30 IDOC correctional facilities statewide. The Invitation for Bid (IFB) includes detailed specifications for over 150 line items such as pans, pots, roasters, utensils, and storage containers. Bidders may bid on all lines or individual lines, and pricing is to be submitted on a per unit of measure basis. The initial contract term is 5 years, with options to renew for up to 10 total years. Bids are due by November 14, 2023, and the contract is contingent upon the availability of funds with payment subject to the State Prompt Payment Act.

This procurement is designated as a Small Business Set-Aside, and there are participation goals for Minority, Women, and Veteran-Owned Businesses. The IFB was awarded to Focus Business Inc. for a total 5-year award of $2,157,535, and to Kap Holdings LLC for a total 5-year award of $5,692,799. There were no unsuccessful bidders, and the contracts were awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidders on a per line item, multi-vendor basis with no renewal terms or concessions.