IT - Professional Services Vendor Contract Pool

The North Dakota IT - Professional Services Vendor Contract Pool (Contract #095) is a comprehensive multi-award vehicle providing information technology professional services across 15 distinct contract categories. The vehicle is designed to support a wide range of public entities, including state agencies, colleges and universities, K-12 schools, city and county governments, tribal agencies, transportation providers, and nonprofit organizations. Services available under this vehicle encompass specialized IT roles such as Java Programmer/Analyst, Microsoft .NET Programmer/Analyst, Business Intelligence Consulting, Web Design, Project Management, Business Analysis, GIS Specialist, and SharePoint Specialist, with a structured work order process for procuring technology consulting and service expertise.

The contract was initially awarded on July 29, 2021, with an original performance period from July 1, 2021, to September 30, 2025, and subsequently extended to September 30, 2027. Over 40 prime contractors are included in the vehicle, with notable vendors such as AgileGov, AE2S, Analysts International, Applied Engineering, and Beacon Systems. The contract covers the entire state of North Dakota and operates as a cooperative purchasing state term contract with hourly rates ranging from $35 to $262, depending on service category and vendor. Work orders are managed through a competitive solicitation process, with different procurement approaches for projects under and over $250,000, allowing flexibility in vendor selection and project management.