AASHTOWARE Contract Summary

This document pertains to a software licensing and support agreement involving the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) and participating state transportation agencies, including South Carolina. The contract encompasses the provision of AASHTOWARE software, a management information system designed for transportation agencies to support project planning, financial management, and asset management functions. The agreement establishes the terms under which state departments of transportation can access and utilize the software platform, including implementation support, training, system administration, and ongoing technical assistance. The contract defines the scope of services to be delivered by AASHTO or its designated vendor, establishes performance standards, and outlines the implementation timeline and milestones for system deployment across participating jurisdictions.

The pricing structure is based on a per-agency licensing model, with costs typically determined by factors such as the number of users, data volume, and level of support services required. The contract includes provisions for annual maintenance and support fees, software updates, and access to new features and enhancements. Participating agencies benefit from a consortium purchasing arrangement, which provides cost efficiencies compared to individual procurement. The agreement specifies funding mechanisms whereby each state agency covers its own licensing and implementation costs. The contract term generally includes an initial period with specified renewal or extension options, allowing agencies to continue participation subject to acceptance of any modified terms or pricing adjustments in subsequent contract years.