Quantum Foods, LLC, a Bolingbrook, Ill., independent custom provider of value-added proteins, is in the final stages of negotiating a sale of substantially all its business to CTI Foods Holding Co., LLC, Wilder, Idaho. CTI Foods, with seven existing manufacturing facilities in the United States, would provide a strong infrastructure for Quantum going forward.
“As an industry leading protein processor, Quantum’s well-established and long-standing customer relationships, diverse product offerings and demonstrated focus on quality and safety are recognized as significant value to buyers,” says Edward Bleka, chief executive officer, founder and sole owner of Quantum Foods. “With enhanced financial backing, Quantum expects to fully deliver on its historic commitment to fulfilling the needs of our customers efficiently, safely and always with superior quality and service. We believe the completion of the sale process will enable us to focus effectively on caring for our customers, vendor partners and employees, who have all been incredibly supportive to the company.”