700008-SS

The State of Alabama Office of the Chief Procurement Officer is requesting proposals for media monitoring services covering all Alabama markets with unlimited video downloads, with proposals due September 24, 2026 under Quick Quote solicitation 700008-SS.

The service period runs October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027. The scope encompasses comprehensive media monitoring across all Alabama markets with no limitation on video downloads.

The maximum contract cost is $25,000 with an initial term of up to five years from the effective date, subject to annual renewal by written agreement of both parties, provided the total contract cost does not exceed $25,000 across all renewals. Price escalation requests may be considered if material, labor, or other contract components significantly increase through no fault of the supplier, provided proposed increases do not exceed 5% of annual contract cost and are limited to increases reflected in industry-specific price indices or the Consumer Price Index.

Suppliers must register in Alabama Buys and submit responses electronically through the platform. All supplier inquiries must be submitted online through the Supplier Portal to maintain a record of all communications and responses. Suppliers must comply with Alabama sales tax exemption provisions, E-Verify program enrollment verification, Alabama Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act compliance, and sales tax registration and collection certification. Foreign entities must register with the Alabama Secretary of State before transacting business in the state. The State retains the right to request written proof of supplier qualifications, including manufacturer reseller authorization, professional licenses, and certificates of insurance after bid opening. The Chief Procurement Officer may conduct cost realism and price reasonableness analyses at its discretion. All price increases require written approval from both parties and cannot exceed the not-to-exceed total of $25,000.