DBITS Open Market - Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V)/Quality Assurance (QA)

The Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS) has established a Competitive Selection Two-Phase Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) for Deliverables Based Information Technology Services (DBITS). This contract primarily focuses on computer services, specifically targeting UNSPSC code 81110000, which encompasses a broad range of technology-related service offerings. The IDV is designed to provide state agencies with a streamlined procurement mechanism for obtaining comprehensive IT services, with specific emphasis on ensuring services are delivered domestically and in compliance with stringent federal and state regulatory requirements.

The master contract is awarded to Greentree Group Inc., with a performance period from the original contract date of March 9, 2022, through March 31, 2026. The contract type is a Competitive Selection-Two Phase agreement, covering the state of Ohio, with a total contract value not explicitly stated in the available documentation. Key contract features include strict provisions regarding offshore services, prohibitions on engaging with Russian institutions, and comprehensive protocols for handling Federal Tax Information (FTI). The contract also includes robust legal and data protection clauses, with the Ohio Attorney General maintaining exclusive rights for legal counsel appointments and the state retaining termination options for non-compliance with specified conditions.