University of Alabama System seeks 10% FY2027 operations increase, $638.9M in capital; approves Equifax contract

The University of Alabama System presented three system‑level resolutions and approved them by committee voice vote: a FY2027 request for state appropriations for operations and maintenance that seeks a 10 percent increase to the FY25–26 base for the system’s three universities; a FY2027 state capital request totaling $638,900,000 categorized across new construction, renovation and deferred maintenance; and a new three‑year professional services agreement with Equifax Workforce Solutions to manage Affordable Care Act compliance tracking and tax form preparation for the three universities, the system office and affiliated entities.

Dr. Keith introduced the operations request, stating the administration seeks a 10% increase to the FY25–26 base appropriation across the three campuses. He then presented the capital request, describing the $638.9 million total and the project categorization by new projects, renovations and deferred maintenance. For administrative services, Dr. Keith described a proposed three‑year agreement with Equifax Workforce Solutions beginning Dec. 1, 2025, valued at approximately $415,000 under a revised fee structure that includes annual adjustments and specific service charges. The contract permit termination for material breach with a 30‑day cure period.

The committee approved the items as a block. The transcript records the motion to consider the items collectively, the presenter’s recommendation — “Chairman Gray, I recommend approval” — and a voice vote passing the resolutions. A roll‑call tally or individual recorded votes were not included in the public discussion excerpts.

Materials included in the packet provide the requested appropriation totals and a summary of the Equifax agreement terms (start date, approximate value and termination provision). The committee did not record additional conditions or amendments when it approved the three system resolutions.