AVL - FY2027 Weiss Financial Ratings Subscription

The State of Alabama Office of the Chief Procurement Officer is requesting quotes for an FY2027 Weiss Financial Ratings Subscription under a Quick Quote solicitation, with quotes due September 9, 2026.

Suppliers must register in Alabama Buys and submit responses electronically through that platform by the close date. Supplier inquiries must be submitted online through the Supplier Portal. By submitting a quote, suppliers affirm receipt of the solicitation and all amendments, agree to furnish services at quoted prices, comply with all terms and conditions, and certify they are not barred from bidding.

The contract will be governed by Alabama law with sole venue in Montgomery, Alabama. Any resulting agreement may be renewed annually by written agreement of both parties up to a total contract cost of $25,000 or a total contract period of five years from the effective date.

Suppliers must comply with Alabama E-Verify requirements prior to award, with documentation required within five calendar days of notification. All suppliers must certify compliance with Alabama sales and use tax requirements under Act No. 2006-557 and the Beason-Hammon Alabama Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act regarding immigration law compliance. Foreign entities must register with the Alabama Secretary of State before transacting business in the state.

The State is exempt from sales tax, prohibits indemnification of suppliers, and retains sovereign immunity rights. The State reserves the right to conduct cost realism and price reasonableness analysis and may approve price increases not exceeding five percent of annual contract cost, supported by industry-specific documentation. Vendors must accept multiple forms of electronic payment including state-issued credit cards, P-cards, and EFT transfers at no additional cost to the State.