Unique ID System and Support, Community Eligibility Provision Application and Di

The Missouri Office of Administration, Information Technology Services Division (OA-ITSD), is issuing a single feasible source purchase to eScholar, LLC for Uniq-ID system maintenance and support and Direct Match Application subscription services on behalf of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), with the posting's due date of November 2, 2026. Because the buyer intends to award without competition, this opportunity is closed to other bidders unless the sole-source justification fails.

The acquisition is justified under Missouri Revised Statute section 34.044 on the grounds that eScholar owns the proprietary software code and is the only company capable of providing warranted ongoing maintenance and support. The scope covers maintenance and support, enhancements, and bug fixes for the existing eScholar Uniq-ID system. No set-asides are indicated.

The contract takes effect immediately for one year, with four one-year renewal options. The procurement contact is Emily Thompson at the Office of Administration. The reference numbers are requisition R3152700681 and SFS number STATE 0000000585SL. The posting was published October 28, 2026.