Opportunity
Illinois BidBuy #27-444DHS-DEVDI-B-52252
Illinois DHS seeks off-site warehousing services for non-perishable food storage at Ann M. Kiley Center
Posted
April 29, 2026
Respond By
May 20, 2026
Identifier
27-444DHS-DEVDI-B-52252
NAICS
493110
The Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS), Developmental Disabilities Division at the Ann M. Kiley Center, is seeking bids for off-site warehousing services to support its Nutrition Management Services Program. - Government Buyer: - Illinois Department of Human Services, Developmental Disabilities Division (Ann M. Kiley Center) - Services Requested: - Professional off-site dry storage, handling, and delivery of non-perishable (non-frozen, non-refrigerated) food items - Initial contract term of three years, with two one-year renewal options - Notable Requirements: - Secure, organized, and accessible storage facility - Timely delivery and handling of food items as needed - Submission of signed contract, BEP (Business Enterprise Program) and VBP (Veteran Business Program) utilization plans, insurance verification, and vendor disclosure forms - Participation goals: 14% BEP and 3% VBP - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Place of Performance: - Services are for the Ann M. Kiley Center in Waukegan, Lake County, Illinois
Description
The Department of Human Services (DHS) is soliciting bids for professional warehousing services to provide safe, organized, and accessible off-site dry storage for non-perishable food items used by the Nutrition Management Services Program at the Ann M. Kiley Center. The contract covers off-site dry storage services for an initial term from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029, with options for renewal for two additional years. The services include secure storage, handling, and delivery of non-frozen and non-refrigerated food items. The solicitation is an open market Invitation for Bid (IFB) with a bid opening date of May 20, 2026.