Crains Corporate Subscription Small Purchase

The state of Illinois has posted a small purchase opportunity for a corporate subscription to Crain's Chicago Business. The contract would provide digital subscriptions, web access, and newsletter alerts for up to 100 users within an organization. The subscription features a co-branded login page with the IHDA logo and access to quarterly usage reports. The pricing for this corporate subscription is $6,900, representing a 60% cost savings compared to individual subscription pricing. The contract is on a short turnaround, with a due date of July 28, 2021, just one day after the posting date of July 27, 2021.

The contract appears to be open to any qualified vendor, as there are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The Standard Terms and Conditions provided outline the general requirements for vendors providing supplies or services to the State of Illinois, covering areas such as payment, compliance, insurance, and termination. However, the contract is contingent on the availability of appropriated funds, and the exact award value is not specified.