Cell Phones - Wireless Communication and Equipment (NASPO ValuePoint)

The North Dakota Cell Phones - Wireless Communication and Equipment NASPO ValuePoint contract provides comprehensive wireless communication services and equipment for state and local government entities. The vehicle covers cellular wireless services, equipment and accessories, and turnkey wireless solutions across multiple technological domains. Procurement options include wireless services for fleet management, mobile device management, workforce management, public safety systems, IoT management, and enterprise messaging. Eligible participants include state agencies, colleges, universities, K-12 schools, city and county governments, and nonprofit organizations established on behalf of public entities.

The contract is primarily administered through Verizon Wireless, with additional participation from T-Mobile, and is valid from September 19, 2012, to August 24, 2029. The multi-award vehicle covers the entire state of North Dakota and offers significant discounts ranging from 16-25% for government agencies and 17-33% for employees. Prime contractors provide flexible purchasing options with no minimum order requirements and F.O.B. delivery to any North Dakota destination. The contract is mandatory for state agencies, though exemptions can be requested using the SFN 54202 Contract Exemption Form. Additional benefits include device trade-in/buy-back programs, 30-day service trials, and comprehensive reporting requirements for vendor performance tracking.