JPMC NASPO Inmate Communications

The State of Illinois has posted a state and local contracting opportunity for a NASPO ValuePoint cooperative contract for Inmate Communications services. The State of Nevada is acting as the procurement officer to develop this multi-state contract, which will be available for participating states to join. The initial term of the contract will be two years, with options to extend. The solicitation and contract development will comply with NASPO ValuePoint procurement guidelines, with at least 40 days provided for bidders to submit proposals. The RFP will allow for multiple awards and will be evaluated by a sourcing team from several states. Participating states have the option to include state-specific terms and conditions. The contract will include a 0.25% NASPO ValuePoint administrative fee, and participating states may add their own administrative fees. The RFP is currently scheduled to close on Monday, January 24, 2022 at 2:00 pm PST.

The Illinois Specific Participating Agreement Terms 2022 outline the requirements for governmental units and qualifying not-for-profit agencies in the State of Illinois to participate in this contract. The total term of any participating agreement cannot exceed ten (10) years. The contract is subject to the availability of funds, and the State of Illinois reserves the right to terminate or suspend the agreement if funds are insufficient. Vendors may be required to meet Illinois Business Enterprise Program goals and contracting goals with Illinois small businesses. No other pricing details, set-asides, incumbents, or funding information is provided in the available documents.