PSD ZONE 1 Convenience Foods

The state of Illinois' Department of Central Management Services (CMS) has issued a contract opportunity for PSD ZONE 1 Convenience Foods. The contract was procured through an Invitation for Bid process and has been awarded to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder, MJ Kellner Co. Inc., for a 12-month term with one 12-month renewal option. The contract covers a variety of convenience food items, with certain line items not awarded due to lack of quotes or not meeting specifications. The total award amount for the initial 12-month term is $763,819.35. The contract does not include any Business Enterprise Program (BEP) or Veteran Business Program (VBP) goals.

The solicitation received two bids, with one unsuccessful bidder named as Goldies Baking. The purchasing agency's justification for the award decision has been deemed reasonable, and the State Purchasing Officer has approved the contract award. There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond to this opportunity. The incumbent vendor is not specified, and the contract does not require integration with any existing infrastructure or technology.