SPSSC -Access to online Educational Platforms

This state contract opportunity posted by the State of Illinois is a Small Purchase with Sole Source Conditions for an Online Educational Platform for a School District. The Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) is seeking a vendor to provide tablet devices and delivery systems to allow youth access to online educational platforms at IDJJ facilities. The vendor will be responsible for coordinating the installation and maintenance of the system technology, which must meet security requirements and allow data tracking for security and investigatory purposes, as well as provide options for access to the educational suite post-release. The initial contract term is 12 months from January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2022, with the potential for renewal. The estimated annual cost for the contract is $40,000, which covers the facility costs and daily fees for 20 tablets at each of the five IDJJ facilities.

The procurement does not appear to have any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. There are no listed incumbent vendors or current contractors, and the procurement does not provide any details on existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The response due date is December 13, 2021, and vendors must submit completed State of Illinois Forms A and Standard Certifications along with their bid or offer.