IT - Data Architecture, Strategy & Technology Consulting Contract Pool

The North Dakota IT - Data Architecture, Strategy & Technology Consulting Contract Pool (Contract Number 096) provides a comprehensive multi-award vehicle for IT professional services across twelve distinct technology categories. These categories include Business Intelligence, Data Science, Application Development, Managed Services, Internet of Things, Robotic Process Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Agile, Digital Transformation, User Experience Design, Data Management & Governance, and Open Data & Open Data Source. The vehicle is designed to support state agencies, North Dakota State Colleges and Universities, K-12 schools, city, county, local governments, and nonprofit organizations established on behalf of public entities, enabling them to procure specialized technology consulting services through either direct assignment (for projects under $250,000) or competitive solicitation (for projects at or above $250,000).

The contract features multiple prime contractors, including 22nd Century Technologies Inc., Applied Engineering Inc., CATCH Intelligence, Da Vinci Software Solutions LLC, Elegant Enterprise-Wide Solutions Inc., Information Resource Group Inc., ISG Public Sector, Krasan Consulting Services, Passerelle, Prominent Technology Inc., RANDA Solutions, S2Tech, Spruce Technology Inc., and Timmons Group. The vehicle covers the entire State of North Dakota and operates as a cooperative purchasing contract with an initial award date of September 23, 2019, and a completion date of October 31, 2025. Pricing is structured with hourly rates ranging from approximately $39 to $300 per hour, varying by role, experience level, and specific technology category. The contract allows for potential 12-month extensions and provides a flexible procurement approach with mandatory ITD Policy and Planning Division review for work orders exceeding $25,000.