IVHM FY 26 Dietitian Services

The Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs (IDVA) is seeking a Registered Dietitian Consultant to provide comprehensive dietary management services for the Illinois Veterans Home in Manteno, a long-term care facility housing 304 skilled nursing residents across five residential units. The contract will cover services from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, with a required minimum of 22 hours per month, not exceeding 8 hours per week, for a total of approximately 416 contract hours. The selected dietitian will be responsible for implementing nutrition programs, conducting dietary operations assessments, developing resident diet manuals, creating care plans, performing kitchen inspections, and providing quarterly in-service education. Vendors must submit a resume, proof of insurance, and current licensure for a licensed Registered Dietician prior to beginning work. All questions regarding the solicitation are due by March 26, 2025, with quotes to be submitted electronically via email to Travis Kutemeier or through the BidBuy system. The quote must remain valid for 90 days and include all expenses, with no price increases permitted during the contract period.

The procurement appears to be open to qualified vendors without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. The IDVA reserves the right to reject offers and requires the selected vendor to provide all necessary services at the lowest price, with the ability to cancel the contract up to 72 hours in advance. Vendors must complete and submit the State of Illinois Taxpayer Identification Number form and Standard Illinois Certifications, which cover 33 specific compliance areas including criminal history, financial obligations, workplace standards, tax compliance, and non-discrimination practices. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the contract involves a defined scope of professional services with a fixed monthly hour requirement. Potential vendors must carefully review the attached documents, including the Standard Terms and Conditions, which outline critical administrative and legal requirements for state contracts, including record retention, insurance requirements, and compliance expectations.