Description
The State of Alabama is issuing a sole‑source quick‑quote solicitation for a Digital Library Subscription to be managed by the Office of Information & Digital Access (OIDA). The vendor will provide ongoing access to a curated collection of electronic resources (e‑books, journals, databases) for state employees and possibly the public, hosted on a secure web platform. The agreement will be administered through the Alabama Buys portal, and the vendor must be registered, tax‑compliant, and capable of electronic invoicing. No specific scope, pricing, or contract term is detailed in the boilerplate; those details will be supplied in the solicitation attachment.
• Provide a statewide subscription to digital library content (e‑books, journals, research databases).
• Deliver access via a secure, web‑based portal with appropriate user authentication for Alabama state employees.
• Maintain content updates, licensing compliance, and technical support for the duration of the contract.
• Submit a quote electronically by 5 PM CST on 12 Feb 2026; certify registration, tax status, and lack of debarment.
• After award, furnish E‑Verify proof (if Alabama employees) within 5 calendar days and file a disclosure statement (if > $25 K) within 10 days.