IT - Professional Services Vendor Contract Pool

The North Dakota IT Professional Services Vendor Contract Pool (Contract #095) provides comprehensive information technology professional services across multiple specialized categories, including SharePoint Specialists, Microsoft Project Online System Consultants, Java Programmers, .NET Programmers, Business Intelligence Consultants, Web Designers, Project Managers, and Business Analysts. The contract enables state agencies, higher education institutions, K-12 schools, city and county governments, tribal agencies, transportation providers, and nonprofit organizations to procure IT professional services through a structured work order process. Services can be obtained through time and materials or fixed bid agreements, with vendors offering both onsite and offsite work options and differentiated rates based on skill level and service type.

The contract is managed by the North Dakota State Procurement Office and involves multiple prime contractors, including Beacon Systems, Nexus Innovations, Serigor Inc., StackNexus, and vTech Solution. The vehicle has a performance period from July 1, 2021, to September 30, 2027, with two defined pricing periods and geographic coverage across North Dakota. Work orders can be issued through direct assignment or competitive selection, depending on the project's estimated cost, with additional oversight requirements for projects exceeding specific monetary thresholds. The total contract value is not explicitly stated, but hourly rates range from $38 to $262.26 per hour, depending on the service category, skill level, and work location.