State Universities Retirement System - Pension System QA Resources - 226598
Illinois State Universities Retirement System | State of IllinoisState · Champaign, IL- Due
- Feb 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 14, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Shauna Clayborn
- (217) 378-7504
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Summary
The State Universities Retirement System (SURS) is soliciting competitive bids for Pension System QA Resources to support the implementation of a new pension administration software system replacing legacy platforms.
The project is entering the final software validation phase, followed by User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and parallel testing, requiring experienced testers to work under the internal QA team and a third-party implementation partner. Responders may optionally include pricing for additional resources with pension industry experience such as Business Analysts, Training Specialists, Developers, and Organizational Change Management Specialists. The anticipated contract term is two years with an option to extend for one year.
- Submit to
- 1901 Fox Drive, Champaign, IL, 61820
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Champaign, IL
- Reported agency
- State Universities Retirement System
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Illinois State Universities Retirement System | State of Illinois?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 4, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: 1901 Fox Drive, Champaign, IL, 61820. For questions, contact Shauna Clayborn.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Illinois State Universities Retirement System | State of Illinois in IL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Shauna Clayborn at (217) 378-7504. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from Illinois State Universities Retirement System | State of Illinois for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Champaign, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.