ADA Accessible Vote By Mail Platform

The State of Illinois is issuing a small purchase with sole source conditions for an ADA accessible Vote By Mail Platform to be used in the upcoming consolidated general election. The platform must provide accessibility features to accommodate voters with disabilities, allowing them to request, receive, and submit their ballots remotely. Key objectives include enabling independent and private ballot marking for voters with visual, physical, or other impairments. The successful vendor must have experience integrating their solution with the state's existing election systems and infrastructure. Proposals are due by February 23, 2023, with no opportunity for questions or a bidders' conference. Evaluation criteria have not been specified, but the state is likely seeking a proven, turn-key solution that can be implemented quickly.

This is a sole source procurement, meaning only a single, pre-qualified vendor will be considered. The state has not identified any incumbent providers or budget range for this contract. However, as a small purchase, the total award value is likely under the state's standard $100,000 threshold for more competitive bidding. There are no stated set-aside requirements, but the state may have a preference for vendors that can demonstrate capabilities in serving voters with disabilities and prior experience supporting elections in Illinois.