IT - IT Research and Advisory Services

The Wisconsin IT Research and Advisory Services multi-award vehicle provides comprehensive technology consulting and advisory services across state and local government entities. This contract enables Wisconsin agencies, institutions of higher education, cities, counties, and political subdivisions to access specialized IT research, strategic planning, and advisory services. Specific services include IT business advice, objective research, strategic planning assistance, online database access with over 1,000 IT research articles, phone inquiry support, policy development guidance, and on-site workshops. The vehicle covers critical technology domains such as enterprise architecture, cybersecurity, cloud computing, digital transformation, and IT procurement assistance.

The multi-award vehicle currently includes three prime contractors: Gartner, ISG Public Sector, and Forrester Research, with the contract administered by the Wisconsin Department of Administration. The contract was initially awarded on May 7, 2021, and covers statewide and local government procurement needs. Each contractor offers unique pricing structures, with annual subscription fees ranging from approximately $9,000 for basic services to over $200,000 for enterprise solutions. The contract requires quarterly usage reporting and includes administrative fees payable to NASPO ValuePoint. The vehicle's scope is defined by specific UNSPSC codes related to technical consulting services, cloud services, and platform software components, with a contract type that allows flexible, competitive procurement of IT research and advisory services.