Cell Phones - Wireless Communication and Equipment (NASPO ValuePoint)

The North Dakota Cell Phones - Wireless Communication and Equipment NASPO ValuePoint contract provides comprehensive wireless communication solutions for state and local government entities. The vehicle enables procurement of mobile devices, wireless services, and advanced technological solutions across multiple categories including smartphones, tablets, mobile hotspots, fleet management systems, mobile device management, workforce management, field service management, mobile data collection, traffic management, IoT management, and enterprise messaging. Authorized purchasers include state agencies, higher education institutions, K-12 schools, city and county governments, nonprofit organizations, tribal agencies, and transportation providers.

The contract is primarily administered through AT&T, with additional wireless service providers including Verizon and T-Mobile USA. The current contract period runs from August 12, 2020, to August 11, 2029, with a statewide geographic coverage across North Dakota. Prime contractors offer significant service discounts, including 25% for government agencies and 17% for individual employees. The contract (Number 915-ATT) provides flexible ordering with no minimum purchase requirements, device trade-in programs, 30-day equipment trials, and comprehensive service options. The total contract value is not explicitly stated, but it includes provisions for FirstNet-eligible equipment, priority network access for emergency responders, and enterprise-level wireless communication solutions.