Opportunity
State University of New York SCIQuest #25AXB0032
SUNY University at Buffalo Solicits Comprehensive Background Check Services
Posted
June 08, 2026
Respond By
July 20, 2026
Identifier
25AXB0032
NAICS
561611
The University at Buffalo (SUNY) is seeking a vendor to provide comprehensive background check services for its academic and research operations. - Government Buyer: - University at Buffalo, part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system - Services Requested: - Comprehensive background screening services - Identity verification - Employment and education verification - License and credential verification (including driving records) - Criminal history checks (county, state, federal, national) - Sex and violent offender registry checks - Social Security Number trace and verification - Health care sanction checks - Office of Inspector General excluded parties check - Drug Enforcement Administration registration search - American Medical Association physician profile check - Food and Drug Administration debarment and restricted lists - U.S. Department of Treasury OFAC database check - National Crime Information Center checks - Notable Requirements: - Services must comply with all relevant state and federal regulations for personal and criminal history information - Accessibility demonstration required as part of the proposal - Evaluation is weighted 70% technical merit and 30% cost - Five-year contract term, with first-year pricing firm and annual increases capped at 5% or CPI for the Northeast Urban area - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation
Description
The University at Buffalo (SUNY) is seeking proposals for background check services to support its academic and research missions by ensuring qualified employees in a safe environment. The services include identity checks, employment and education verification, license and credential verification, criminal history checks, and registry checks, all in compliance with state and federal regulations. The contract term is five years, and the award will be based on a 70% technical and 30% cost evaluation. The solicitation is open for responses until July 20, 2026.