IES SOC 1 Type 2 Audits

The Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking a vendor to perform an initial SOC 1 Type 2 audit and then annual SOC 1 Type 2 audits over the five-year initial term of the contract for the State of Illinois Integrated Eligibility System (IES). The IES is a full line computer-based public benefits application and management system utilized by DHS and the Illinois Department of Healthcare & Family Services (HFS). The selected vendor will be required to perform an initial detailed assessment of the IES, followed by the audit work. The contract may be renewed for an additional five-year term, and the total term, including any renewals and extensions, shall not exceed ten years. Bids are due by December 27, 2022. The IFB outlines the pricing structure, which includes hourly rates for management and audit staff for both the initial and renewal terms.

The solicitation includes a Business Enterprise for Minorities, Women, and Persons with Disabilities (BEP) goal of 4%. Vendors must submit a BEP Utilization Plan demonstrating how they will meet the goal through self-performance or subcontracting. The successful vendor's utilization plan will become a mandated part of the awarded contract, and failure to comply may result in contract termination or other remedies. The solicitation is open to all qualified vendors, and no incumbent information is provided. The budget or possible award value is not specified.