What the buyer needs

AI summary

The Alabama Electronic Security Board of Licensure seeks small purchase quick quotes from qualified suppliers to provide digital fingerprint collection and background check services. The selected contractor must digitally collect fingerprints, transmit them electronically, handle Criminal History Record Information for licensing applicants, maintain safe scan sites, offer mobile scanning, operate telephone and email helplines, and securely process fee payments. Additionally, suppliers must be FBI-certified channelers, comply with CJIS and ALEA standards, achieve at least a 97% legibility rate, and operate an applicant-facing informational website. Eligible vendors must be registered State Suppliers with the Alabama Department of Finance Division of Procurement, bonded, insured, and certified compliant with relevant state requirements. Inquiries are due by November 10, 2026, through the discussion tab in Alabama Buys. Suppliers must submit their signed electronic packages no later than 3:30 p.m. CST on November 13, 2026.

Scope of work

Provide digital fingerprint collection services for alarm security, CCTV, electronic access control, and locksmith licensing applicants
Secure payment of fees from applicants, including ALEA and FBI charges
Digitally capture and electronically transmit fingerprints and data to ALEA and FBI
Receive and transmit electronic Criminal History Record Information reports to the Board
Establish and staff scan sites across Alabama ensuring 95% of applicants reside within 35 miles
Provide mobile scanning services for extraordinary circumstances such as ADA accommodation and natural disasters
Establish and maintain an informational public website and applicant appointment scheduling system
Provide telephone and email helpline services with an initial response within 48 hours

Minimum qualifications

Currently registered with the Alabama Department of Finance, Division of Procurement as a State Supplier
Certified as a channeler by the FBI
Qualified or registered through the Alabama Secretary of State to transact business in Alabama if a non-Alabama entity
Substantial experience in providing fingerprint services through a network of scanning sites
Bonded and insured with evidence of sound financial standing including balance sheets and income statements
Comply with CJIS Security Policy, data encryption mandates, and ALEA and FBI standards for livescan
Capable of processing submissions in real time with at least 97% legibility/acceptability and background reports within 48 hours 97% of time
Compliant with the Beason-Hammon Alabama Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act and enrolled in E-Verify

Documents to include with your response

Signed small purchase quick quote by an authorized official
State Supplier number
Submittal letter
Fee structure and pricing
List of references from states, agencies, or entities served within the preceding three years
List and explanations of canceled or terminated contracts within the preceding two years
Disclosure of administrative proceedings or litigation within the preceding three years
Conflict of interest statement
Executed financial disclosure statement pursuant to Ala. Code SS 41-16-80 et seq.
Certificate of Compliance with the Beason-Hammon Act and complete E-Verify enrollment documentation

How to submit

Method: Electronic via Alabama Buys
Instructions: Upload quote electronically through Alabama Buys in PDF format with sourcing project number SRC0000037444 before 3:30 PM CST on November 13, 2026.