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infants, and children served, these measures enable the largest number possible to benefit from this valuable program. All authorized WIC vendors are placed into a specified peer group based on store type and number of cash registers. A maximum allowable reimbursement level is set for each WIC approved food item.

The competitive price determination for individual food items will be computed by peer group using the redemptions for WIC eligible items.

The Alabama WIC Program utilizes the following four peer groups:

Peer Group Description 1 Chain store with own wholesaler 2 Major Independent - 5 or more cash registers 3 Minor Independent - 3 to 4 cash registers 4 Small – 1 to 2 cash registers

Vendor Status Changes Change in Information and Store Closure The vendor must notify the State WIC Office at least 15 days prior to any changes in information including, but not limited to, name of store, management, business structure, or store closing. The notification must include the effective date of the identified change or store closure.

Upon the effective date of the store closure, the vendor agreement and vendor number will be terminated. If, for any reason, there is a change in the store closure date, immediately notify the State WIC Office. Change in Ownership If ownership changes, the Alabama WIC Vendor Agreement is no longer valid. The State WIC Office must be notified 15 days before the store is sold. Vendor agreements are not transferable. Once the State WIC Office is notified of the change in ownership, you will receive written notification regarding termination of your Alabama WIC Vendor Agreement.