IT - Microsoft Enterprise Agreement

The North Dakota Microsoft Enterprise Agreement is a comprehensive volume licensing program designed for state agencies, political subdivisions, and nonprofit organizations with 25 or more desktops. The contract provides access to critical Microsoft software products, including Office Professional, Windows Desktop, and Core Client Access Licenses (CALs), offering organizations a streamlined approach to software procurement. This vehicle enables participants to acquire software licenses with significant cost advantages, delivering discounts ranging from 15-28% compared to standard Select program pricing, and facilitating predictable annual budgeting through a flat payment structure.

The contract, identified by agreement number 01E74032, was originally awarded on May 17, 2017, with an extended term through May 31, 2023. The Enterprise Agreement covers the entire State of North Dakota and is applicable to state agencies, institutions, and related governmental entities. Prime contractor Microsoft Corporation manages the agreement, which is structured as a volume licensing program with mandatory participation guidelines and cooperative purchasing provisions. The contract type is a volume licensing agreement, offering software licensing flexibility and Software Assurance benefits to participating organizations, with a focus on reducing total software ownership costs and providing access to the latest Microsoft software technologies.