Audio and Visual Equipment

The Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS) has established an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) for audio and visual equipment under Contract No. STS016568. This master contract enables Ohio state agencies, state institutions of higher education, and registered cooperative purchasing members to procure a comprehensive range of systems integration equipment and related services. The contract covers audio and visual equipment from over 80 manufacturers, offering state discounts ranging from 2% to 33.5% off manufacturer list prices, and includes various technical services such as project management, field installation, system commissioning, and AV programming.

New Era Technology has been awarded this Waiver of Competitive Selection contract, which is effective from January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2026, with statewide coverage in Ohio. The contract is an optional use vehicle that allows participating entities to purchase audio-visual equipment and services at pre-negotiated rates, with a 0.75% revenue share paid quarterly to the state. Pricing is based on the contractor's federal schedule or most favored customer pricing, and the contract includes provisions for software warranties, maintenance standards, and equipment upgrades. The hourly rates for technical services range from $93 to $145, with additional overtime rates available for services performed outside standard working hours.