NIGP 92003: Application Service Provider (Asp) (Web Based Hosted)

NIGP 92003 Application Service Provider (ASP) (Web Based Hosted), an Item code, encompasses cloud-hosted software platforms and related services that state and local governments are procuring to replace legacy systems, modernize operations, and streamline business processes across diverse functional areas. Recent state and local solicitations show active demand for hosted solutions spanning learning management systems, data management, financial workflows, case management, and specialized operational platforms, with issuing bodies including state departments, counties, cities, school districts, universities, transit authorities, and special-purpose districts across multiple regions.

State and local governments are using this code to procure web-based hosted applications and managed services across a wide range of functions. Representative recent opportunities include the State of South Dakota Bureau of Information and Technology's RFP 26RFP19987 for physical data center hosting services with proposals due November 3, 2026; North Carolina's RFP 27-13 for a web-hosted aviation learning management system with proposals due November 9, 2026; the City of Midland, Texas RFI 27000705 for direct cellular Advanced Metering Infrastructure water meters, meter management software, and system integration services due October 28, 2026; the Texas Department of State Health Services' RFO HHS0015558V3 for Video Directly Observed Therapy software supporting tuberculosis medication adherence monitoring, due October 29, 2026; the New Jersey Department of Human Services RFQ 26DPP01287 for NJKiDS Application Maintenance and Support for the Automated Child Support Eligibility System, due January 5, 2027; and Northside Independent School District's RFI RFI2026138 for K-12 Assessment, Analysis, and Learning Management, due October 29, 2026. Issuing bodies soliciting under this code include state health and human services departments, state transportation and technology agencies, county governments, cities, school districts, universities, and regional commissions. The geographic spread encompasses states including South Dakota, North Carolina, Texas, New Jersey, Georgia, California, and Oregon, with activity concentrated in states with substantial population and government infrastructure requiring digital modernization. San Mateo County Technology Services Department and the County of San Mateo appear as repeat buyers, issuing multiple renewal quotes for software licensing and support services including Zscaler subscriptions, Aruba care renewals, and Ekahau licenses. Procurement activity under this code reflects ongoing state and local IT modernization priorities, with emphasis on cloud-native architectures, legacy system replacement, integration with existing enterprise infrastructure, compliance with federal and state data security standards (NIST SP 800-53, HIPAA, FERPA, IRS Publication 1075, CJIS), and managed service delivery models that shift capital expenditure to operational expense.