IT - Professional Services Vendor Contract Pool

The North Dakota IT Professional Services Vendor Contract Pool (Contract #095) provides comprehensive information technology professional services across 15 distinct categories, including Java Programming, Microsoft .NET Development, Business Intelligence Consulting, Web Design, Project Management, and Business Analysis. This multi-vendor 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. The vehicle supports projects ranging from small-scale engagements under $250,000 to larger initiatives requiring competitive solicitation, with vendors offering both onsite and offsite service delivery.

The contract is administered by the North Dakota State Procurement Office and runs from July 1, 2021, to September 30, 2027, with multiple prime contractors including DatamanUSA, AE2S, AgileGov, Analysts International, and Rose International. The vehicle covers the entire state of North Dakota and operates as a cooperative purchasing agreement with hourly rates varying from approximately $35 to $262 per hour, depending on service category, experience level, and work location. Prime contractors are categorized by skill level and must adhere to specific performance standards, with work orders subject to a comprehensive evaluation process that considers vendor project proposals, staff qualifications, and cost effectiveness.