IDOC - Prepaid Gift Cards - akh

The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the procurement of approximately 20,000 prepaid gift cards equivalent to Visa, Mastercard, Discover or American Express that are non-refillable. The resulting contract shall have an initial term of three (3) years, with no renewal options, and the total term of the contract, including any extensions, shall not exceed ten (10) years. The gift cards are provided to individuals upon their release from IDOC custody to cover immediate expenses and transportation needs. Detailed technical specifications for the gift cards include a minimum 12-month expiration period and no activity fees after initial activation. Pricing must be provided for $15, $50, and $100 card denominations, and the activation cost per card is a one-time initial expense for the duration of the contract. Bids must be submitted electronically through the BidBuy system by May 10, 2024.

The IFB does not contain any small business, veteran-owned, or minority/women-owned business set-aside requirements. The contract was previously awarded to Red Vest Supply for a 3-year term in the total amount of $580,880. The Vendor Disclosure form outlines that the awarded vendor must comply with various state laws and regulations, including the collection and remittance of Illinois use tax, and restrictions on political contributions. No other details about incumbent vendors or the current procurement environment, funding sources, or other salient details are provided.