NASPO ValuePoint contract for Data Communication Equipment and Services

The NASPO ValuePoint contract for Data Communication Equipment and Services is a comprehensive state-wide procurement vehicle designed to provide Wisconsin state agencies, municipalities, and educational institutions with a wide range of data communications technology solutions. The contract covers critical networking and communications equipment, including modems, modem cards, modem banks, network security equipment, and peripheral component interconnect (PCI) cards. Specifically, the vehicle supports the acquisition of communication processors, protocol converters, communication control units, and related networking components that enable advanced data communication infrastructure.

The contract was originally awarded by the Wisconsin Department of Administration with an initial term from March 2016 through May 31, 2019. Cisco Systems serves as the primary contractor, with eight authorized fulfillment partners: CDW, CoreBTS, Heartland Business Systems, One Neck IT Solutions, Paragon Development Systems, Presidio Networked Solutions LLC, and World Wide Technology. The contract is mandatory for Wisconsin state agencies and campuses, with cooperative purchasing available for municipalities. Pricing is determined through negotiated discounts, and the contract allows for the use of state purchasing cards (P-Cards). While specific total contract value is not disclosed, the vehicle provides flexible procurement options with competitive pricing across various technology categories.