DHR Food Assistance- FY27 Equifax Workforce Solutions

The State of Alabama Department of Human Resources is requesting a quote for food-assistance workforce-solutions services from Equifax under a sole-source procurement, with quotes due September 18, 2026. This is a Round 1 quick-quote solicitation under Alabama Buys' standard terms and conditions.

The maximum total contract cost is $25,000 across the original agreement and any subsequent annual renewals, or a total time period of five years from the effective date, whichever comes first. Suppliers must be registered in Alabama Buys and submit all inquiries and quotes electronically through the Supplier Portal by the close date and time specified in the solicitation.

Pricing is subject to cost realism and price reasonableness review at the sole discretion of the Chief Procurement Officer. Price escalation requests may be considered during contract performance if material, labor, or other components increase significantly through no fault of the supplier, provided increases do not exceed increases in industry-specific price indices or the Consumer Price Index and cannot exceed five percent of the annual contract cost.

Suppliers must accept multiple forms of electronic payment at no additional cost to the State, including state-issued credit cards, P-cards, and EFT. Foreign entities must register with the Alabama Secretary of State before transacting business in the state. Suppliers employing individuals within Alabama must verify E-Verify enrollment prior to award. All contracts are governed by Alabama law with venue in Montgomery. The State of Alabama is exempt from sales tax and will furnish an exemption letter upon request.