Specifications include, but are not limited to: 2.1.Purpose Statement: The purpose of this service is to increase purchasing of Arizona grown freshfruits and vegetables by low-income Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipientsand to test strategies that could continue to expand the program. While enabling SNAP recipientsto have greater access to locally sourced fruits and vegetables.2.2.Legal Authority: A.R.S. § 41-1954 provides the Department the authority to contract and meetobligations within the general scope of its activities and operations.2.3.Funding: In accordance with Senate Bill 1720, funding may not be spent without matchingcontributions from federal, local or private sources, or any combination of those sources. Matchingcontributions include monies or in-kind contributions. Double Up Food Bucks is the primary fundingsource supporting the service. An estimated $5,462,600 from the state general fund will be availablefor the contract period ending 06/30/2024. Additional funding sources and requirements may beadded based on availability to achieve the objective of the program.