Olympia, WA – The State of Washington, through its Department of Enterprise Services, has awarded ALINEDS, the contract for IT Development Services under Statewide Contract No. 16322. The contract was signed and became effective on May 15, 2024.

The contract, effective immediately, spans a duration of four years, concluding on May 15, 2028. It covers several critical IT service categories, including Web Developer Services, Application Developer Services, Software Tester Services, and IT Architect Services. These services will be provided at different consultant levels – journey, senior, and expert – to meet the diverse needs of state operations.

ALINEDS was selected following a competitive solicitation process initiated on February 27, 2023. The company emerged as a successful bidder across all specified subcategories, demonstrating its capability to deliver high-quality IT solutions.

The primary goal of this contract is to provide a cost-effective and efficient procurement solution for Washington state agencies and other eligible purchasers. The services are designed to support the operational needs of various public entities, including educational institutions, local and federal government agencies, public benefit nonprofits, and tribal entities within Washington.

Contract Highlights:

• Term: May 15, 2024, to May 15, 2028, with annual performance-based renewals.
• Categories: Web Developer, Application Developer, Software Tester, and IT Architect Services.
• Consultant Levels: Journey, Senior, and Expert.
• Eligible Purchasers: State agencies, higher education institutions, political subdivisions, federal agencies, public benefit nonprofits, and Washington-based tribes.

The contract stipulates strict performance metrics to ensure ALINEDS meets the high standards expected by the State of Washington. These include maintaining compliance with representations and warranties, timely provision of insurance endorsements, and consistent reporting of sales and vendor management fees.

This strategic partnership aims to bolster the state’s IT infrastructure, ensuring that Washington remains at the forefront of technological innovation and efficiency.

ALINEDS is a leading provider of IT solutions and services, offering comprehensive IT development services including Web Developer Services, Application Developer Services, Software Tester Services, and IT Architect Services. These services are provided at various levels of expertise, ensuring that state and local entities receive high-quality support tailored to their specific needs. Technology contracts like these are crucial for enhancing the operational efficiency and effectiveness of public sector entities by providing reliable, competitively priced, and high-value IT services.

“We are honored to have been awarded this significant contract by the State of Washington,” said Davids Achonu, MD at ALINEDS. “Our team is committed to delivering exceptional IT services to our public sector clients, and we are excited to support the technological advancements of Washington’s state agencies and other eligible entities.”

About the Department of Enterprise Services:

The Department of Enterprise Services is a state agency that provides various services to support Washington state government operations. This includes procurement solutions to help state and local entities achieve their operational goals efficiently and cost-effectively. By offering statewide contracts like this one, the department ensures that public sector entities have access to essential goods and services, fostering better public service delivery.

For more information on ALINEDS and the State of Washington Department of Enterprise Services, please visit the links: https://www.alineds.com/washington-des-it-development-contract-services/,  https://apps.des.wa.gov/DESContracts/Home/ContractSummary/16322