IT - Network Support Services (Corn Council Only)

The IT - Network Support Services multi-award vehicle is a specialized contract designed to provide comprehensive computer and information technology support for the North Dakota Soybean Council and the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. The contract encompasses a full range of IT services, including maintaining servers, computers, and backup systems to ensure 24/7 operational functionality. Key services include monthly on-site visits, IT systems assessments, computer and phone purchases/configurations, technical support, SharePoint consulting, and proactive IT infrastructure planning. The vehicle is specifically tailored to support the technological needs of these agricultural state agencies, with a focus on maintaining secure and efficient computing environments.

The contract is awarded to Network Center, Inc., located in Fargo, North Dakota, and is administered by the North Dakota State Procurement Office. The initial contract period began on September 22, 2022, and has been extended through June 30, 2026, with the potential for additional renewals. The total annual contractual amount is approximately $34,284, divided between the Soybean Council ($22,404) and the Corn Utilization Council ($11,880). The contract requires the contractor to provide an experienced account manager and a technical support team with robust IT network expertise. Additionally, the vehicle incorporates a Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) program, which requires annual security risk assessments of vendor services, ensuring comprehensive technological governance and security for the state agencies.