Sole Source Licensing Subscription - Heuristics

The State of Alabama Office of the Chief Procurement Officer is soliciting a sole-source licensing subscription for continued use of the Learner's Builders software system for license processing from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027, with responses due September 30, 2026. The sole-source intent signals a non-competitive procurement tied to incumbent vendor continuity.

The scope covers software licensing and system access for one year, with no transition or implementation work described. The estimated contract value is not to exceed $25,000. The contract may be renewed annually by written agreement of both parties for up to five years from the effective date.

Suppliers must register in Alabama Buys and submit responses electronically through that platform by the September 30 deadline. Questions should be submitted online through the Supplier Portal. The State of Alabama is exempt from sales tax and requires acceptance of multiple forms of electronic payment at no additional cost, including state-issued credit cards, P-cards, and EFT. Suppliers must comply with E-Verify requirements if they employ workers within Alabama and provide proof of professional qualifications and licenses upon request.

The State reserves the right to conduct cost realism and price reasonableness analysis. Price escalations exceeding 5 percent of annual contract cost require justification based on material, labor, or industry-specific cost increases. Foreign corporations must register with the Alabama Secretary of State before transacting business in the state. All contracts are governed by Alabama law with venue in Montgomery, Alabama.