IT - Microsoft Academic Enterprise Agreement (Edutech)

The North Dakota IT - Microsoft Academic Enterprise Agreement (Edutech) is a comprehensive volume licensing program designed for academic agencies and political subdivisions. The contract enables qualified governmental entities, including state agencies, public education institutions, counties, cities, townships, and entities under the State Board of Higher Education, to procure Microsoft software products at discounted rates. By offering 15-28% discounts compared to traditional Select programs, this vehicle provides a strategic approach to software acquisition, allowing participants to access the latest Microsoft software while reducing overall software ownership costs.

The contract is administered through North Dakota's cooperative purchasing agreement and was initially awarded on February 21, 2014, with an extended completion date of January 1, 9999. As a License + Software Assurance agreement, it requires complete departmental commitment and optional participation through affiliate registration. While specific prime contractors are not explicitly detailed, the contract covers the entire state of North Dakota and provides a consistent annual flat payment structure for budgeting purposes. Entities must complete a signature form to enroll and can benefit from additional software assurance advantages, making this a flexible and cost-effective solution for Microsoft software procurement.