State Board of Education: IFB for Purchase of IL Local Ground Beef - 26-586SBE-FINAN-B-51138 (2026)
Illinois State Board of Education | State of IllinoisState · Springfield, IL- Due
- Mar 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 17, 2026
- Primary contact
- Sara Power
- (217) 555-5555
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Summary
The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) is issuing this invitation for bid (IFB) to procure locally sourced ground beef for distribution to Illinois schools.
The total contract value is not to exceed $3 million. The submission deadline is March 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Submissions are to be delivered to the Central Receiving Center located at 100 North First Street, Concourse, Springfield, IL 62777.
- Submit to
- Central Receiving Center 100 North First Street, Concourse Springfield, IL 62777 US Email: [email protected]
- Scope location
- Springfield, IL
- Reported agency
- State Board of Education
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Illinois State Board of Education | State of Illinois?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 3, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: Central Receiving Center 100 North First Street, Concourse Springfield, IL 62777 US Email: [email protected]. For questions, contact Sara Power.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Illinois State Board of Education | State of Illinois in IL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the IFB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Sara Power at (217) 555-5555. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from Illinois State Board of Education | State of Illinois for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Springfield, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.