2025 Sole Source Letter.pdf

This document is a sole source letter from TEXTNET, a division of HITEC Group International, Inc., addressed to Wallace Dandridge at the State of Illinois Department of Information Technology (DoIT), dated June 25, 2025. The letter pertains to TEXTNET/NEXTALK TTY Telephone Service, a trademarked product exclusively owned and marketed by HITEC Group International, Inc. The contract covers services for the period of 8/1/2025 to 7/31/2026, with provisions for potential multi-year contract arrangements.

The pricing terms include a standard two percent (2%) annual increase to accommodate the Consumer Price Index (CPI), with an alternative offer of a flat three percent (3%) reduction if a multi-year, five-year contract is agreed upon. HITEC is a certified Woman-owned Business Enterprise (WBE), and the existing contract terms with the State of Illinois will remain substantially unchanged. The letter provides contact information for further questions and is signed by Richard Uzuanis, Vice President of the company, indicating an ongoing service relationship with the state government.