WHY BUY FROM ILLINOIS CORRECTIONAL INDUSTRIES?
PURCHASE WITHOUT COMPETITIVE BIDS
Illinois statute requires state agencies give ICI preference when procuring items manufactured by ICI (30 ILCS 500/) Illinois Procurement Code).
Under the State Purchasing Act and the Illinois Municipal Code, state agencies and many qualified local governments may purchase from Illinois Correctional Industries without obtaining competitive bids. Not-for-profit organizations also qualify.
All Industries' products may be purchased using a State of Illinois Order For Delivery (OFD) form. Download forms from "How to order ICI products".
NO TAX DOLLARS SPENT
Illinois Correctional Industries operations are not supported by tax
dollars. ICI is a self-supporting program, deriving its revenues solely
from the sale of its products and services.
GUARANTEED QUALITY AT COMPETITIVE PRICES
Correctional Industries offers quality products at competitive prices.
Our products are designed and manufactured by adults incarcerated in
the Illinois correctional system. ICI operates factories, farms, and
service programs throughout Illinois.
Skilled inmate craftsmen make ICI products of the highest quality materials.
The Stateville line of furniture has been a mainstay of government offices
for decades. Their Jamestown line is highly regarded for its classic
elegance, functionality and durability. Refinished furniture is another
ICI specialty. A variety of color and fabric options are available to
match any decor. From ICI's traditional furniture plants, to its high
tech optical lab, to its modern food processing facilities, you can
be sure that all ICI products are manufactured to today's exacting standards.
ICI is committed to your continuing satisfaction. All ICI products are
guaranteed against defects in material and workmanship. Should you need
after sale assistance, one of ICI's Marketing Representatives will work
with you to guarantee your satisfaction.
INMATE REHABILITATION
ICI offers the opportunity for self-rehabilitation to
990 adult inmates. These men and women are voluntarily employed in
meaningful work situations that aid in developing useable skills and
positive work habits. It is through the development of these work habits
that inmates prepare themselves for the challenges of post-release employment.
To qualify as an ICI worker, inmates must demonstrate good disciplinary
status; have at least a GED; not be an escape risk; have received a
positive review by Internal Affairs; and meet the facility time standard
on time left on sentence. Inmates with life sentences are not employed
by ICI.
