JPMC Paper Foam Plastic Disp SUP SS

The State of Illinois, Department of Central Management Services (CMS), is procuring a sole source contract for Paper, Foam, and Plastic Disposable products. The contract will allow all governmental units and qualified not-for-profit agencies to purchase these items on an as-needed basis, primarily for use by the Department of Corrections and Department of Veterans Affairs. The estimated value of the initial term is $1,349,575.07, with a contract term from July 24, 2023 to June 30, 2024 with no renewal options. The pricing submitted is a mix of cheaper than retail for the majority of items, and 9-75% higher for some items, with several over 100% higher. CMS has determined that contracting with Shelby County Community Services, Inc., a Qualified Not-for-Profit Agency for Persons with Severe Disabilities, through the State Use Program is in the best interest of the State of Illinois. This sole source procurement will provide employment and job training for 8 persons with disabilities.

The contract opportunity is restricted to Qualified Not-for-Profit Agencies for Persons with Severe Disabilities under the State Use Program, as allowed by the Illinois Procurement Code. There is no incumbent vendor identified, and the funding sources for this procurement are not specified in the provided documents. The hearing to consider this sole source contract will be canceled unless an interested party submits written comments or requests a public hearing by July 28, 2023 at 4:00 PM.