JPMC Z3 Beans Peas Rice Dietetic Spices

The State of Illinois, through the Department of Central Management Services, is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to establish a joint purchase master contract for the procurement of beans, peas, rice, jellies, condiments, dehydrated potatoes, dietetic foods, spices, and extracts. The contract will be available for use by the Illinois Department of Corrections, Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice, Illinois Department of Human Services, and the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs. The IFB outlines detailed product specifications, packaging, grading, and USDA inspection requirements. Bids are due by May 21, 2020, and the initial contract term is two years with potential cost adjustments every six months. Pricing is estimated, not firm, and a 0% discount is available for payment within 0 days.

The contract does not have a small business set-aside, but it will be awarded to the overall lowest evaluated responsive and responsible bidder. The state has provided a Certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Directory from the Illinois Department of Transportation to facilitate potential subcontracting opportunities. The related state and local contract opportunity is for JPMC Zone 3, which covers various food product categories including beans, peas, rice, and dietetic spices. The total award value for the contract is $1,109,962.69, with 7% BEP utilization and 0% Veterans Business Program participation.