PSD ZONE 1 Ice Cream, Margarine, Dairy & Cheese

The State of Illinois is seeking bids for the procurement of ice cream, margarine, dairy, and cheese products for its Public School District (PSD) Zone 1. This contract opportunity has a posted date of April 6, 2018 and a due date of May 7, 2018. The successful vendor will be expected to provide a variety of dairy and frozen dessert products that meet the nutritional requirements and quality standards set forth by the state. Key deliverables include timely and reliable product delivery, compliance with all applicable food safety regulations, and responsive customer service. Bidders must demonstrate experience and capacity to effectively manage a high-volume, multi-site distribution operation. Evaluation criteria will focus on product quality, pricing, delivery capabilities, and past performance.

This contract opportunity is open to all qualified vendors, with no set-aside designations or restrictions on organization type. The incumbent vendor is not identified. The total contract value is not provided, but it is likely a multi-year agreement with a significant annual spend based on the scale and scope of the required goods and services.