Employment & Income Verification, Public Records & Legal Research Platforms

The Washington Department of Enterprise Services (DES) is seeking input from the business community to develop a comprehensive statewide contract for Employment Income Verification, Public Records Search, and Legal Research Platforms. This initiative aims to replace the current contract 00220, which is set to expire on July 31, 2026, and introduces legal research platforms as a new category. The solicitation, titled "Employment & Income Verification, Public Records & Legal Research Platforms," is scheduled for release with a response deadline of October 31, 2025, and is intended to gather detailed information on offerings, pricing, onboarding processes, support, billing, and technological features such as AI integration and single sign-on capabilities. The contract size is estimated to range between five and fifteen million dollars, reflecting its significant scope and importance for statewide operations. The request for information (RFI) emphasizes transparency and encourages industry feedback to shape future procurement strategies. Responses to the RFI are voluntary and will be publicly accessible, serving as a foundational step toward the development of a robust, flexible, and technologically advanced contract. The project is managed by Jolene Haney, with contact details provided for further inquiries. The overarching goal is to ensure the new contract effectively supports state agencies' needs for employment verification, public records access, and legal research, leveraging innovative technology solutions to enhance efficiency and service delivery across Washington State.