Procurement Acquisition Services (NASPO)

The North Dakota NASPO Procurement Acquisition Services (PASS) contract provides comprehensive acquisition support services designed to supplement government procurement expertise across the entire acquisition lifecycle. The vehicle offers specialized assistance in critical areas including acquisition planning, market research, procurement strategy development, document creation, proposal evaluation, contract administration, and competitive sourcing support. Specific services encompass developing cost estimates, creating quality assurance surveillance plans, drafting statements of work, generating solicitations, conducting price/cost analyses, and supporting contract close-out processes. Importantly, the contract emphasizes that final acquisition decisions remain the fundamental responsibility of government personnel.

The contract is currently held by Civic Initiatives, LLC and was originally awarded on November 12, 2019, with a performance period extending through October 31, 2025. The North Dakota state-wide contract is a cooperative purchasing vehicle available to a broad range of governmental and educational entities, including state agencies, higher education institutions, counties, cities, townships, public and secondary educational institutions, governmental boards, nonprofit entities, tribal agencies, transportation providers, and the International Peace Garden. Labor categories range from Analyst I to Program Director, with fully burdened hourly rates varying from $103.84 to $251.40 depending on position and work location. The contract allows for on-site and off-site work, with travel reimbursements capped at standard GSA rates, and provides a structured delivery and acceptance process for procured services.