Request for Proposal Centralized Software as a Service (SaaS) Solution

The Ohio Air Quality Development Authority is seeking proposals for a centralized Software as a Service (SaaS) solution aimed at improving operational efficiency and data quality. This initiative is part of the Authority's broader mission to enhance air quality, support business growth, job creation, and promote health and safety across Ohio. Established in 1971, the Authority has been pivotal in fostering investments in air quality through conduit bond financing. Anticipating expansion through federal support facilitated by the Inflation Reduction Act, the Authority aims to adopt a technologically advanced system to support its Clean Air Improvement Program and Small Business Assistance Program, streamline debt issuance, manage revenue bonds, and facilitate loan deployment. The prospective vendor is expected to deliver a comprehensive SaaS solution encompassing application intake management, loan origination, reporting, compliance, and grant management. Critical specifications include a vendor-hosted and managed solution, compliance with SAML 2.0 or OIDC, single sign-on (SSO) integration via the Innovate Ohio Platform, and robust data encryption standards. The system must align with Ohio's security policies, support data import from Excel, and involve a Master Cloud Service Agreement for data custody. Additionally, it should feature REST API capabilities for data flow and meet an implementation deadline by March 3, 2025. The service is required to maintain 99.99% availability, backed by a Service Level Agreement with stipulated penalties for non-compliance. This contract will take effect from the award date through March 3, 2025, and the services will be primarily delivered within Ohio.