RFI SAS Enterprise Financial Reporting Discovery

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, Finance and Administration Cabinet, Office of the Controller, is requesting information on SAS Enterprise Financial Reporting Discovery services under RFI 758 2700000006, with responses due October 2, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. Eastern Time.

This is a discovery-phase RFI designed to gather market intelligence on enterprise financial reporting solutions, implementation methodologies, licensing models, and vendor capabilities before Kentucky proceeds to formal procurement. Pricing information is not required at this stage. The RFI invites vendors to address the state's current financial reporting needs, technical feasibility, integration with existing state systems, and proposed implementation strategies.

The solicitation carries two updates to timeline and process. A Solicitation Modification extended the Commonwealth's deadline for posting responses to vendor written questions from September 16 to September 23, 2026. Additionally, Addendum One provides clarifications on technical requirements, system specifications, implementation considerations, and evaluation criteria.

Kentucky's contact for inquiries is Lana Durbin at 502-782-5341. Submissions must include completed bid information as specified in Attachment A (terms and conditions) and acknowledgment of all solicitation documents and addenda to maintain eligibility. Submissions should be directed to Finance – Office of the Controller, 200 Mero Street, 5th Floor, Frankfort, Kentucky 40622. Online bidding is prohibited. The solicitation is classified under NIGP commodity code 920 (Data Processing, Computer, Programming, and Software Service). Responses will inform the Commonwealth's decision on future procurement approach, contract structure, funding requirements, and implementation timelines. No incumbent, contract value, or contract term is specified, as this RFI is exploratory rather than binding.