Ivhq - FY-22 to FY-25 liquid coffee, cncentrate

This state and/or local contracting opportunity is a Request for Quote (RFQ) issued by the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs for the procurement of liquid coffee concentrate and the leasing of coffee machines for fiscal years 2022-2025. The RFQ seeks to acquire regular and decaf liquid coffee concentrate in 0.5-gallon bags with a shelf life of 4 months and a 30-day open life. The required quantities vary from 50 to 80 cases for regular coffee and 20 to 35 cases for decaf coffee annually. Additionally, the RFQ requires the leasing of 4 coffee machines that can accommodate 2-gallon bag-in-box containers, serve 2 coffee products and hot water, and have various operational features. Vendors must provide pricing for the coffee products and the machine leasing, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest total bid. The RFQ includes specific requirements for the coffee products and the coffee machines, such as availability of producing various yields, size specifications, and operational capabilities. Vendors must provide warranty information, and all prices must include shipping and handling charges.

The RFQ does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. There are also no details provided regarding any incumbent vendors or current contractors, existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration, or possible award values or budget ranges. The procurement opportunity is open to all qualified vendors, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.