PSD ZONE 3 Ice Cream, Margarine, Dairy & Cheese

This state and local contract opportunity issued by the State of Illinois is for the procurement of ice cream, margarine, dairy, and cheese products for Zone 3 of the Public School District (PSD). The contract has a 12-month term with a 12-month renewal option, with a total estimated value of $1,982,207.56 for the full contract term. The procurement was conducted through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) process, and the contract was awarded to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder, MJ Kellner Co. Inc. The contract covers a wide range of dairy products, including some lines that were not awarded due to not meeting specifications. The purchasing agency's justification for the award decision is reasonable and serves as the basis for the contract award.

The contract has a 3% Business Enterprise Program (BEP) utilization requirement, and there is 0% utilization of Veteran Business Program (VBP) participation. The protest period for this award expires on July 2, 2018. There is no information provided about any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and the files do not indicate any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration.