Description
The State of North Dakota is joining an existing NASPO Value Point cooperative purchase for “Emerging Technologies Consulting and Services.” Although the original solicitation has already been awarded, the state will participate after the fact, allowing any vendor on the North Dakota State Bidders List who meets NASPO’s qualifications to compete. No detailed technical scope is provided in the notice, so interested firms must obtain the full solicitation to assess fit and pricing. This is a standard consulting‑type solicitation, with a short posting window (Aug 18‑25, 2026) and a protest deadline tied to the solicitation opening date.
• Eligibility: Must be on the North Dakota State Bidders List and satisfy NASPO Value Point requirements for emerging‑technology consulting.
• Scope: Consulting services related to emerging technologies (details to be found in the full solicitation).
• Timeline: Posting Aug 18, 2026; submission deadline Aug 25, 2026; protest window 7 days before solicitation opening (date not yet disclosed).