Description
The State of Alabama is seeking a vendor to provide a one‑year subscription to the Gale eBook Database for its FY2027 fiscal year. This Quick‑Quote solicitation is limited to a total contract ceiling of $25,000, with the possibility of annual renewals up to five years provided the cumulative value does not exceed the ceiling. All payments will be made electronically, and the vendor must comply with Alabama’s procurement statutes, including E‑Verify verification and sales‑tax registration. No indemnification is offered by the State, and dispute resolution is limited to negotiation, mediation, or filing a claim with the Board of Adjustment.
• Subscription term: 10/1/2026 – 09/30/2027 (12 months)
• Maximum contract value: $25,000 total (including any renewals)
• Procurement method: Quick Quote via Alabama Buys portal, electronic submission only
• Mandatory compliance: registration on Alabama Buys, debarment clearance, E‑Verify (if employing Alabama workers), and sales‑tax certification
• Payment: electronic (state‑issued credit cards, P‑cards, EFT) with late‑payment penalties limited by state law