Description
The State of Alabama is seeking a vendor to provide continuous software maintenance, technical support, updates, security patches, hosting services, annual subscriptions, and regulatory updates for its EMS LINQ suite, which supports multiple USDA nutrition programs. The contract will be a sole‑source quick‑quote effective 10/1/2026‑9/30/2027, with a total ceiling of $25,000 and the possibility of annual renewals for up to five years.
• Scope includes maintenance and support for Cartwheel Meal Counter, SNP Core, SFSP Core, CACFP Core, and LINQ FDP modules.
• Vendor must be registered in Alabama Buys, be E‑Verify compliant, accept electronic payments, and meet all Alabama tax and de‑barment certifications.
• Contract value cannot exceed $25,000 total (including renewals); price escalations limited to 5 % per year and must be pre‑approved.
• The work is ongoing operations after implementation, with a primary term of one year (10/1/2026‑9/30/2027) and optional annual renewals.
• All submissions must be entered electronically by 10/30/2026 7:00 AM CST; no pre‑bid meeting or site visit is indicated.