JPMC Z4 Beans Peas Rice Dietetic Spices

The state of Illinois is issuing a joint purchase master contract for the procurement of beans, peas, rice, jellies, condiments, dehydrated potatoes, dietetic foods, spices and extracts on an as-needed basis over a potential 10-year contract term. This Invitation for Bid (IFB) is being issued by the Illinois Department of Central Management Services on behalf of the Illinois Department of Corrections, Department of Juvenile Justice, Department of Human Services, and Department of Veterans Affairs. The IFB provides detailed product specifications, packaging and grading requirements, and delivery terms. Vendors must submit bids by the due date, with pricing per unit of measure for each line item. Bid selection will be based on the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. An economic price adjustment clause is included, allowing for cost adjustments every six months with written approval from the state.

While there is no small business set-aside for this solicitation, the state encourages the use of minority, women, and veteran-owned businesses. A certified directory of Businesses Enterprise Program (BEP) certified vendors from Illinois is provided to assist prime contractors in identifying BEP vendors to meet participation goals. The contract was previously awarded to M.J. Kellner for a 2-year term with an award amount of $1,016,140.08. The state estimates the financial return under the contract, but the estimated gross revenue to the vendor is not provided.