IRCC-Bakery Donut Fry Shortening-1332-CNP

The state of Illinois, through the Illinois Department of Corrections - Illinois River Correctional Center, is seeking bids for the procurement of 10,800 lbs of donut fry shortening product. The contract requires the successful bidder to deliver the shortening in 50 lb cubed boxes, twice over a six-month period. The RFQ outlines specific product requirements, including that the vendor's personnel must undergo background checks and drug testing. Subcontracting is not permitted under this contract. Bids must be submitted by May 23, 2023 at 11:00 AM, and the contract will have an initial term of six months with no renewal options specified. Pricing for the donut fry shortening is to be submitted through the BidBuy system, and the total contract price is estimated rather than firm.

The RFQ does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. There is no information provided about any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The total contract value is not explicitly stated, but the overall budget range is unknown.