26 IES IntelliJ IDEA Software Licenses

The State of Illinois Department of Innovative Technology (DoIT) has awarded a contract to Ascend Enterprises, LLC for software licensing. Specifically, the contract involves the procurement of new IntelliJ IDEA software developer licenses, with Brandon Schutt (Brandon.Schutt@Illinois.gov) designated as the administrative account manager. The contract is an Open Market Small Purchase with a total contract value of $9,100.00, effective from October 15, 2025, to October 14, 2026.

The contract is accompanied by two critical government files that outline extensive security and compliance requirements. The DoIT Cloud Hosting Terms and Conditions document mandates rigorous security protocols based on multiple regulatory frameworks including NIST, FISMA, and HIPAA. The IT Terms and Conditions document further stipulates vendor responsibilities, including maintaining $1,000,000 in general commercial liability insurance, ensuring data protection, and complying with state and federal regulations. These documents underscore the State of Illinois's comprehensive approach to technology vendor management and information security.