Abilis+Contract.pdf

This document is a state contract for Data Architecture, Strategy and Technology Consulting Services between the State of North Dakota, specifically the Information Technology Department (STATE) and Abilis Solutions Corp. (CONTRACTOR), located in Portland, Maine. The contract is established as a cooperative purchasing contract under the North Dakota Century Code, making it available to state entities, institutions, political subdivisions, governmental bodies, and other public entities.

The contract covers consulting services in two primary categories: Business Intelligence and Data Management & Governance. The compensation structure is based on hourly rates for various professional roles, ranging from $145-$315 per hour off-site and $185-$355 per hour on-site, with roles including Architect, Data Engineer, Senior Analyst, and Master Visualization Expert. The initial contract term is from the effective date until October 31, 2021, with the state reserving the right to extend the contract for up to 12 months, subject to a 3% annual rate adjustment. The contract includes a 10% retainage on deliverable payments, with final payment upon project acceptance. The contract is part of a competitive solicitation process, with multiple amendments preceding the final agreement, and is designed to provide flexible technology consulting services for the state's various technology and data-related needs.