Description
The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections (DOC) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather details on commercially available electronic purchase solutions that can securely enable inmates to buy authorized goods and services (e.g., vending items, library copies, fundraising purchases) within a correctional environment. The DOC seeks to simplify current manual processes, reduce accounting effort, and ensure robust security without relying on institutional wireless connectivity. Responses will inform future solicitation specifications, timelines, and cost structures.
• Scope: Secure inmate identification, transaction authorization, fund access, vending, printing, fundraising, inventory tracking, and comprehensive reporting.
• Requirements: Must operate in a correctional setting with limited connectivity; consider PIN‑pad or other secure devices; handle separate purchasing balances or integrate with existing inmate accounts.
• Deliverables: Completed questionnaire (Attachment A), optional demonstration, cost structure, implementation hardware/software needs, and any required integrations.
• Deadline: Responses due by 10:00 AM on 10/06/26 via email to Amanda Wasko.
• Outcome: Information will be used to develop a future procurement; no contract award or payment is associated with this RFI.