IT - Professional Services Vendor Contract Pool

The North Dakota IT Professional Services Vendor Contract Pool (Contract 095) provides a comprehensive multi-vendor solution for information technology professional services across 15 distinct categories. The contract enables state agencies, colleges, universities, K-12 schools, city and county governments, tribal agencies, transportation providers, and nonprofit organizations to procure specialized IT services through a structured work order process. Available services include Java and .NET Programming, Business Intelligence Consulting, Web Design, Project Management, Business Analysis, Database Administration, SharePoint Specialization, Quality Assurance, and GIS Specialist services, offering flexible procurement options for technology-related projects.

The contract, active from July 1, 2021 to September 30, 2025, features over 40 participating technology and consulting firms such as AE2S, AgileGov, American Unit, Analysts International, and Beacon Systems. The vehicle supports both direct assignment and competitive solicitation work orders, with pricing varying by category and experience level, ranging from approximately $35 to $262 per hour for onsite and offsite resources. Projects exceeding $25,000 require additional review from the Information Technology Department's Policy and Planning Division, and work orders can be structured as time and materials or fixed-bid agreements. The statewide contract covers the entire state of North Dakota and provides a standardized approach to procuring IT professional services with clear evaluation criteria and vendor performance tracking.