Chris Price is a NASPO SEM. Chris is associated with 16 contracts. Activity spans Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers, Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services, and Credit Card Issuing.
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This contract covers a cooperative procurement portfolio offering two main award categories: Procurement Assistance Support Services (PASS) and IT Research, Advisory, and Consulting Services (IT RAC). The portfolio includes a comprehensive list of suppliers assigned to each category, accessible through the Portfolio Map in the contract’s information section. Entities or jurisdictions interested in reviewing supplier scores before entering into Participating Addendums (PAs) can request this data from the Contract Portfolio Manager (CPM), aiding those who must comply with statutory or regulatory requirements for due diligence in supplier selection. However, the contract explicitly states that this information does not represent any endorsement or ranking of suppliers and that each Participating or Purchasing Entity must independently assess suppliers based on their specific needs and context under the Master Agreement.
Issued by North Carolina under solicitation number NASPO-ADT-184, this cooperative agreement facilitates access to diverse procurement and IT support services through a collaborative statewide framework. With a response deadline set for January 18, 2029, the contract is designed to support participating entities in efficiently obtaining specialized assistance and consulting services. Key contacts include the Lead State Administrator, NASPO Contract Portfolio Manager, and other cooperative coordinators, providing guidance and oversight throughout the life of the contract. The portfolio promotes flexibility and informed decision-making for jurisdictions while streamlining procurement processes for services related to procurement assistance and IT advisory.
The State of Alaska, acting as the Lead State for the NASPO ValuePoint Cooperative Purchasing Program, has established Master Agreements for Audio Visual (AV) Equipment and Services under solicitation number 2025-0200-0044. This cooperative procurement is designed to provide state governments, higher education institutions, political subdivisions, and other eligible entities with access to a diverse portfolio of AV solutions. The contract is divided into two primary award categories: a product-driven Full Line Catalog for the sale and delivery of various AV equipment and supplies, and a solution-driven Commercial AV Services category that encompasses consultation, design, installation, and maintenance. The initial term of the agreement runs from November 6, 2025, through December 31, 2029, with the possibility of two one-year renewals, extending the total contract duration to six years.
The procurement process involved a multi-stage evaluation of 18 vendor responses, resulting in the recommendation of 11 suppliers. Evaluation criteria were heavily weighted toward technical factors, including experience, scope of work, customer service, and cooperative contracting ability, alongside cost evaluations based on market basket pricing and minimum discount schedules. Awarded contractors must adhere to strict performance standards, including ADA-compliant ordering websites, appropriate software licensing, and specific packaging and labeling requirements. Additionally, contractors are required to comply with various federal and state regulations, such as the Davis-Bacon Act, the Clean Air Act, and civil rights laws, while ensuring that all services are performed within the United States. This master agreement leverages collective purchasing power to achieve best value for participating entities across the country.
The State of Minnesota, acting as the lead state for the NASPO ValuePoint Cooperative Purchasing Program, has established Master Agreements for Computer Equipment, Peripherals and Related Services under solicitation NASPO-ADT-147. These agreements cover a broad range of hardware, including desktops, laptops, tablets, servers, storage, and ruggedized devices, categorized into three distinct product bands: Windows-based personal computer devices, non-Windows personal computer devices, and servers and storage devices. The contracts are available for use by state governments, institutions of higher education, political subdivisions, the District of Columbia, U.S. territories, and other eligible entities, provided they comply with local statutory and regulatory provisions.
A total of twenty-two suppliers have fully executed Master Agreements. The initial term of these agreements runs from July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2025, with the potential for extensions through June 30, 2028. Notably, the State of Minnesota has offered contract extensions of at least 12 months to all Master Agreement Contractors, and amendments are being uploaded to contractor profiles as they are executed. The procurement process involved a comprehensive evaluation of vendor responses and pricing guidelines to ensure standardized quality and value across the cooperative portfolio.
MinnesotaMN,
USA
NAICS
423430
Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers
The State of Maine, in partnership with NASPO ValuePoint, has established the eProcurement Solutions and Services Master Agreement under solicitation NASPO-ADT-140 to provide comprehensive procurement technology and services for participating states and eligible entities. This cooperative agreement is available to state governments, institutions of higher education, political subdivisions, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories, provided they comply with local statutory and regulatory provisions. The contract structure is divided into four primary award categories: Full Solution, Individual Workstream Implementation, eSoftware Only, and Services Only.
The initial term of the agreement runs through December 31, 2027, with potential extensions extending the total possible term to 2037. Based on an evaluation process completed on March 30, 2022, the agreement identifies awarded vendors across various workstreams to streamline the acquisition of eProcurement tools. The program is managed by the State of Maine as the lead state administrator, with support from NASPO ValuePoint to ensure a standardized pricing basis and a broad range of scalable solutions for public sector procurement needs.
The Mailing Equipment, Supplies and Maintenance master agreement, identified by solicitation number NASPO-ADT-135 and RFP BPM003137, is a cooperative procurement led by the State of Arizona through the Arizona Department of Administration. This portfolio provides a comprehensive range of mailing solutions, including postage meter rentals, mailing systems for various volumes, letter openers, inserters, software, training, and equipment leasing. The contract was established to serve multiple states and eligible entities, utilizing a multiple-award structure to ensure a variety of equipment and maintenance support options.
The agreement became effective on May 15, 2022, with an initial term ending May 14, 2024, and the possibility of three one-year renewals, extending the total potential duration to May 14, 2027. Awarded vendors were selected based on evaluation criteria including capacity, experience, approach, and cost, with pricing discounts ranging from 5% to 44%. The procurement process involved a public advertisement period from July to September 2021 and resulted in awards to seven vendors who met the required scoring threshold.
The Software Value Added Reseller (SVAR) contract, solicitation number NASPO-ADT-136 and BPM002338, is a cooperative purchasing agreement established by the Arizona Department of Administration in partnership with NASPO ValuePoint. Effective April 25, 2022, the contract provides state and local government entities with a comprehensive portfolio of commercial off the shelf and software as a service solutions. The scope of the agreement is divided into three primary categories: General Software, Microsoft Software, and Oracle Software. Beyond the procurement of software, the contract allows for the inclusion of essential professional services such as installation, configuration, maintenance, and advisory services.
The agreement follows a pricing model based on minimum discounts and maximum markups submitted by the awarded suppliers. The initial contract term runs from April 28, 2022, to April 27, 2027, with an optional 24 month extension that allows for a total potential term of seven years. Managed by Lead State Administrator Eric Bell, the procurement process involved a rigorous evaluation of multiple offerors and resulted in ten recommended awards across the three software categories to ensure qualified resellers are available to participating entities.
ArizonaAZ,
USA
NAICS
423430
Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers
The Small Package Delivery Services contract, identified by solicitation number NASPO-ADT-128 and RFP CH21-36, is a cooperative agreement led by the state of Utah. The contract provides for express small package air, expedited ground, and delivery services encompassing intrastate, interstate, and international inbound and outbound shipping needs. The agreement is active from November 28, 2021, through November 27, 2026, with no renewals permitted.
This procurement utilized a multiple vendor award process based on a scoring system that evaluated technical capabilities and cost across five distinct service regions. The sourcing team included the states of Utah, Oregon, Missouri, and Tennessee to leverage nationwide purchasing power and administrative cost savings. Managed under NAICS code 492110, the contract ensures favorable pricing and comprehensive logistics support for participating entities.
