Local Beef Sourcing and Farm Coordination

The contract involves sourcing beef exclusively from cattle farms located in Illinois, with the goal of aggregating supply to support local procurement objectives. The arrangement emphasizes full traceability and thorough documentation of the beef's origin to ensure compliance with school distribution requirements. The subcontract is managed by the Chief Education Officer within Illinois and is intended to facilitate the delivery of locally sourced beef for school meal programs, thereby supporting regional agriculture and maintaining transparency in the supply chain. Performance for this contract is centered in Springfield, Illinois, and falls under the NAICS code 424460, which relates to the wholesale distribution of meat and meat products. While specific solicitation details and points of contact are not provided, the focus remains on coordinating with local cattle farms to meet the educational agency's standards for origin verification and supply consistency. This initiative supports local economic development and promotes sustainable sourcing within the state's school nutrition programs.