IT - Professional Services Vendor Contract Pool

The North Dakota IT - Professional Services Vendor Contract Pool is a comprehensive multi-award vehicle designed to provide information technology professional services across various state and local government entities. The contract covers three primary IT contract pool categories: Java Programmer/Analyst, Microsoft .NET Programmer/Analyst, and Scrum Master, with multiple vendors awarded in each category. The vehicle supports a wide range of governmental organizations, including state agencies, colleges and universities, K-12 schools, city and county governments, tribal agencies, transportation providers, and nonprofit organizations established on behalf of public entities. Services can be procured through either direct assignment or competitive bidding, with specific procurement processes depending on the estimated project cost.

The contract (Contract #095) is administered by the North Dakota Office of Management and Budget, with an initial performance period from July 1, 2021, to September 30, 2025, and a subsequent amendment extending the contract to September 30, 2027. Hourly rates vary by vendor, service category, and skill level, ranging from $52 to $145 per hour. The vehicle supports both onsite and offsite work, with pricing tiers for Programmer/Analyst and Senior Programmer/Analyst levels. Work orders are processed based on estimated project costs, with different solicitation requirements for projects under and over $250,000. The contract's cooperative nature allows multiple entities to leverage these pre-negotiated IT professional services, providing a streamlined procurement mechanism for technology-related projects.