Technology Solutions, Products and Services

Contract R250602 is a master agreement between the Region 4 Education Service Center and Central Knox Inc. dba Central Technologies, Inc. for the provision of technology solutions, products, and services. Effective from March 1, 2026, to February 28, 2029, the contract features an initial three-year term with options for two annual renewals. This award resulted from solicitation 25-06, which sought qualified firms to provide a broad range of offerings, including IT hardware and peripherals, cloud solutions (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), professional consulting services, and managed support. The agreement is structured as a cooperative purchasing program through OMNIA Partners, allowing the contract benefits to be extended to public agencies and educational institutions nationwide. The contract utilizes a not-to-exceed pricing model based on manufacturer list prices with guaranteed category-based discounts ranging from 2% to 18% for hardware, software, audio/visual equipment, and professional services. Evaluation for the award was based on a weighted scale, with purchase price accounting for 35% and the ability to meet the agency's needs accounting for 30%. Administration of the contract includes net 30-day payment terms and electronic invoicing. Compliance requirements include adherence to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Buy America Act for specific federal funds, and prevailing wage legislation where applicable.