PSD Zone 3 Frozen Fruits/Veg, Coffee & Tea, Sugar, Syrup, Molasses & Fruit Crystals

This state and local contract opportunity is for the procurement of frozen fruits and vegetables, coffee and tea, sugar, syrup, molasses, and fruit crystals for the Public School District (PSD) Zone 3 in Illinois. The contract has been awarded to MJ Kellner Co. Inc. for a 12-month term with one 12-month renewal option, with a total estimated value of $664,175.80 for the initial term. The procurement was conducted through the Invitation for Bid (IFB) process, with the contract being awarded to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder. The deliverables for this contract include the provision of the specified food and beverage products to the PSD Zone 3 schools, with key objectives being to ensure a reliable supply of these items at competitive prices.

The contract has a 3% Business Enterprise Program (BEP) utilization requirement, while the Veteran Business Program (VBP) utilization is 0%. There was one unsuccessful bidder, Neiman Brothers, and the purchasing agency's justification for the award decision indicates that the rationale seems reasonable and serves as the basis for the contract award. The total estimated gross revenue to the vendor for the life of the contract is $1,328,351.60.