Illinois Integrated Eligibility System

Background
The State of Illinois is seeking to contract with a vendor to maintain, operate, and host the Integrated Eligibility System. This initiative aims to optimize the system for ongoing use, aligning with the mission of the Commission on Equity and Inclusion to enhance service delivery through effective technology solutions.

Work Details
The vendor will be responsible for:
1. Maintaining the Integrated Eligibility System;
2. Operating the system to ensure its functionality;
3. Hosting the system securely;
4. Providing development services aimed at optimizing the system for ongoing use.

The contract will also require adherence to specific participation goals for BEP (Business Enterprise Program) and VBP (Veterans Business Program) certified vendors, ensuring that a certain percentage of work is performed by these certified entities.

Period of Performance
The contract's period of performance will be defined in accordance with the project timeline established during the bidding process, including potential renewals or extensions as needed.

Place of Performance
The services will primarily be performed within the State of Illinois, with specific locations determined based on operational needs.