RANDA+Contract.pdf

This document is a state contract between the State of North Dakota, specifically the Information Technology Department and the Office of Management and Budget State Procurement Office, and R & A Solutions, Inc. (dba RANDA Solutions), a technology consulting firm registered in Tennessee. The contract is a cooperative purchasing contract established under North Dakota Century Code, making it available to various state entities, including the State Board of Higher Education, political subdivisions, governmental boards, nonprofit entities, tribal agencies, and transportation providers.

The contract covers Data Architecture, Strategy and Technology Consulting Services, with a focus on Business Intelligence as the primary service category. The contract term runs until October 31, 2021, with options for the state to extend up to 12 months beyond the current termination date and potentially renew up to three times for 24-month periods. The compensation is detailed in Exhibit A, which provides a comprehensive rate card for various labor categories ranging from Application Architects to Training Specialists, with rates varying across five years. The contract includes a 10% retainage on deliverable payments, requires weekly reporting, and encompasses project deliverables such as a Project Kickoff Meeting, Project Management Plan, and Post-Implementation Report. The estimated contract volume is not specified, and participation in the contract is not mandatory for eligible entities.