Request for Information (RFI) Benefits Screening Platform with New York State Localization

Work Requested

SUNY Empire State University is seeking information from qualified vendors about commercially available solutions that offer comprehensive benefits screening and eligibility tools for students. The desired solution should: - Provide thorough eligibility screening for federal, state, and local benefit programs - Include New York State specific benefits and support county-level localization, ensuring users receive geographically relevant results regardless of their residence within the state - Offer secure, user-friendly, web-based access for students - Support or replicate existing configurations and workflows currently in use - Detail an implementation approach that addresses data migration and transition - Provide ongoing maintenance and regular updates to benefits data

Requesting Entity

This Request for Information (RFI) is issued by SUNY Empire State University ( SUNY Empire ).

Background

SUNY Empire currently uses a web-based platform that allows users to securely log in and identify federal, state, and local benefits for which they may be eligible. The platform is customized to support geographically specific benefits across New York State, ensuring localized results for all counties. The University is now exploring the marketplace for vendors who can provide similar or improved functionality.

Contract Requirements

Vendors should be able to: - Deliver a benefits screening tool with comprehensive coverage of federal, state, and local programs - Ensure New York State and county-level localization - Provide a secure, web-based, and user-friendly interface - Support or replicate current workflows and configurations - Offer a clear implementation plan, including data migration and transition strategies - Maintain and update benefits data on an ongoing basis

Instructions on Submission

Interested vendors are invited to submit responses that include: - An overview of their solution and its key capabilities - Details of experience providing similar services, especially within higher education or government settings - Evidence of the ability to deliver New York State specific and localized benefits screening - A description of their approach to implementation, including any system integration, data migration, and transition considerations

Additional Information

This RFI is issued solely for informational and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation for bids or proposals.