PSD ZONE 5 Ice Cream, Margarine, Dairy & Cheese

This state and local contract opportunity is for the procurement of various dairy products such as milk, cheese, and butter for Zone 5 of the Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS). The contract is a 12-month award with the possibility of up to 12 months of renewals, with a total estimated value of $3,217,518.28 over the potential 24-month contract period. The contract covers the provision of these dairy products, with some specific lines not being awarded due to not meeting specifications. The total award amount for the initial 12-month term is $1,608,759.14. Evaluation criteria for the contract included the bidder being the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The contract has a 3% Business Enterprise Program (BEP) utilization requirement, but no Veteran Business Program (VBP) participation is required. The contract was awarded to MJ Kellner Co. Inc., the sole bidder, and the agency contact for this contract is Pam Shepherd. The State Purchasing Officer has provided a written determination approving the contract award decision.