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

The state and local contract opportunity is for the procurement of liquid coffee concentrate and related equipment leasing for the Illinois Veterans Home (IVHQ) in Quincy, Illinois. The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a Request for Quote (RFQ) for a multi-year contract covering fiscal years 2022 through 2025, with estimated annual usage of 50-80 cases of regular coffee and 20-35 cases of decaf coffee. The RFQ includes specifications for the required coffee products, as well as the leasing of coffee machines that can accommodate 2-gallon bag-in-box containers and serve both coffee types and hot water. Vendors must provide pricing, warranty information, and agree to partial shipments in case of delays. The RFQ outlines pricing and other commercial terms, including the requirement for all quoted prices to be valid for 180 days, include shipping and handling, and allow for price decreases. The agency reserves the right to reject all offers, award by item or group, and waive minor defects. Vendors must also comply with COVID-19 protocols as mandated by the state of Illinois. The contract will be awarded to the vendor with the lowest total bid for all required products.

The contract opportunity is open to all interested vendors, with no incumbent identified. Funding for the contract will be provided by the State of Illinois, though the specific amount is not noted. The contract term is for 4 fiscal years, with potential for renewal options. The procurement is not subject to any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The documents do not provide any information on current contractors or existing infrastructure that may require integration.