Award Info Published Tuesday June 30, 2015 Awarded to: Vendor: Blackboard Inc., Phoenix, AZ Amount: An estimated $219,641 Terms: An estimated start date of 7/1/2015 through 6/30/2016, 12 months Renewals: None The University award process may be delayed up to thirty days as this award goes through a state approval process. The hearing has been cancelled Published Friday June 26, 2015 The hearing has been cancelled since no vendors registered to attend or submitted comments regarding this notice. First published Friday, June 12, 2015 The University awarded a contract for Blackboard Platinum Software Maintenance - OneCard to Blackboard Inc., Phoenix, AZ, for an estimated $219,641. Blackboard Platinum Software Maintenance - OneCard The University has determined that this purchase is only economically available from this source because the compatibility of equipment, accessories, replacement parts, or service is a paramount consideration. This purchase also falls under "procurement is software license, upgrade or maintenance." For additional information, contact: Kent Clapsaddle Northern Illinois University Office of Procurement Services Lowden Hall, Room 107 DeKalb, IL 60115-2828 Phone: (815) 753-6107 FAX: (815) 753-6800 State Purchasing Officer - Aaron M. Finder We will hold a public hearing at the date, time and location specified below, if we receive a request to testify regarding the sole source determination. We will also hold a hearing if any vendor submits a signed statement showing the capability to provide the stated supplies/services at or below the amount indicated. The public hearing allows any interested party the opportunity to testify for or against the sole source determination as described in this notice. The purpose of the hearing is to receive information from the public in a reasonable manner. Formal rules of evidence will not apply. The hearing officer will produce minutes of the hearing and may record it in order to aid in the production of the minutes. After conclusion of the hearing we will decide whether the sole source determination was appropriate. We must receive any request to testify and any vendor statement no later than the registration date and time indicated below. If we do not receive a timely request or statement, we will not hold the hearing. We reserve the right to cancel the procurement prior to any scheduled hearing. Please confirm the status of the hearing with the Hearing Contact. Hearing Details Date: June 29, 2015 Time: 2:00 PM Location: Stratton Building Room 511 401 S. Spring Street Springfield, IL Hearing Contact: Aaron M. Finder Phone:(217) 558-3050 Fax:(217) 558-5407 E-mail:[email protected] Date, time, and location are subject to change and/or cancellation. It is the responsibility of potential participants to confirm these details prior to attendance. Registration Registration Deadline: June 24, 2015 Register with: Aaron M. Finder Phone:(217) 558-3050 Fax:(217) 558-5407 E-mail:[email protected]

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