IT - Professional Services Vendor Contract Pool

The North Dakota IT Professional Services Vendor Contract Pool (Contract 095) is a comprehensive multi-vendor vehicle designed to provide Information Technology professional services across various public sector entities. The contract covers a wide range of IT professional service categories, including Java Programmers, .NET Developers, Business Intelligence Consultants, Web Designers, Project Managers, Business Analysts, and specialized technical roles. State agencies, colleges, K-12 schools, city and county governments, tribal agencies, and nonprofit organizations can procure IT services through this vehicle, with work orders available through direct assignment or competitive bidding depending on project estimated costs.

The contract features over 50 technology consulting and staffing vendors, with a performance period from July 1, 2021, to September 30, 2025, and potential extension through September 30, 2027. Hourly rates range from approximately $35 to $262, varying by role, skill level, and work location (onsite or offsite). The contracting organization is the North Dakota Office of Management and Budget's State Procurement Office, with work orders subject to specific guidelines including ITD review for projects exceeding $25,000 and mandatory competitive solicitation for projects over $250,000. The vehicle includes provisions for customer satisfaction surveys, performance evaluations, and cooperative purchasing across multiple public sector entities.