STAGEnet Network Equipment / Audio / Visual / Video

The North Dakota STAGEnet Network Equipment / Audio / Visual / Video multi-award vehicle provides a comprehensive technology procurement solution for government and educational entities across the state. The contract covers a wide range of network hardware, video conferencing equipment, audiovisual technologies, software, maintenance services, and professional services. Eligible participants include institutions under the State Board of Higher Education, government entities, political subdivisions, educational institutions, tribal agencies, transportation providers, and the International Peace Garden. The vehicle enables purchasing of network equipment from leading manufacturers such as Cisco, Juniper Networks, Palo Alto Networks, HP-Aruba, and Extreme Networks, with pricing structured as percentage discounts off list prices.

The contract features multiple prime contractors, including High Point Networks, AVI Systems, Marco Technologies, Anixter Inc., CompuNet Inc., and Corporate Technologies, LLC. The current contract period runs from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2025, with options to renew for up to four additional 12-month periods. The state-wide vehicle covers the entire state of North Dakota and is established as a cooperative purchasing contract under North Dakota Century Code. Professional services are included with hourly rates ranging from $95 to $250, depending on the contractor and service level. Participation is voluntary, and there is no predetermined contract volume, providing flexibility for participating entities to leverage the vehicle's competitive pricing and comprehensive technology solutions.