Contract Summary

Scope
This is a Statewide Contract is divided into four (4) separate categories, each with three (3) subcategories: journey level, senior level, and expert level.
Washington state agencies and other eligible purchasers have operational needs for IT Development Services. Accordingly, to provide a cost effective and efficient competitive procurement solution for Washington state agencies and other eligible purchasers to purchase IT Development Services, this Competitive Solicitation is divided into two (4) separate categories, each with three (3) subcategories: journey level, senior level, and expert level.
Web Developer Web development is creating innovative design and layout of compelling websites that offer an effective, user-friendly environment that is easy to manage and meets standards for web architecture, accessibility, and functionality.
Application Developer An Application Developer is responsible for management of application systems and client server analysis, implementation, integration work, maintenance, custom development, and support for complex applications. They are responsible to perform the planning, design and development of organizational applications, which support all line-of-business requirements.
Software Tester A software Tester utilizes industry tool sets to validate full functionality of systems as well as interoperability with databases and both horizontal and vertical integration with other interfaced systems. This is not limited to testing as it encompasses quality assurance for products, user experience for software/applications and accessibility.
IT Architect An IT Architect is responsible for architecting, engineering, designing, and implementing technical solutions. An IT Architect will design or evaluate the architectures across the enterprise and develop or lead others in the development of full stack solutions including Cloud technologies, middle tier components, network infrastructure, databases, reports, and other enterprise solutions with an ability to work with legacy custom software.

Please note use of this Contract may be subject to collective bargaining and/or other requirements in accordance with RCW 41.06.142 and any applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions. DES recommends Purchasers consult with their labor relations representative if they are interested in using this Contract.

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How to Use This Contract

1. Review the Contractor section below to find pricing, product offerings, and information for each Contractor.
2. Contact the sales representatives directly to consult about their products and services.
3. Reference DES Contract No. 16322 on your Purchase Order (or purchasing vehicle).
4. Consult the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for common questions on this contract-coming soon.
5. For questions or comments, please contact the Contract Administrator and ITPS lead at: desitps@des.wa.gov

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Awarded Contractors and Ways to Connect

Click here for the list of awarded Web Developer Contractors.
For recordkeeping purposes, please click here for original bid pricing of awarded Web Developer Contractors.

Click here for the list of awarded Application Developer Contractors.
For recordkeeping purposes, please click here for original bid pricing of awarded Application Developer Contractors.

Click here for the list of awarded Software Tester Contractors
For recordkeeping purposes, please click here for original bid pricing of awarded Software Tester Contractors.

Click here for the list of awarded IT Architect Contractors.
For recordkeeping purposes, please click here for original bid pricing of awarded IT Architect Contractors.

1. How to email awarded contractors-coming soon
2. In order to create opportunities for more contractors, DES requests customers reach out to a minimum of three awarded contractors for quotes, at least one of which should be Veteran Owned or Washington Small Business
3. To further evaluate contractor qualifications and experience, please view the Contractor Profile, which is linked to each contractor’s contact information on the excel sheets above. Please note, not all contractors have yet provided links.

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Template Statement of Work
Click here for a Statement of Work Template. This form is not mandatory, though provided to assist customers in contractor outreach.

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DES has ensured this procurement meets RCW 39.26, follows State of Washington Current Procurement Policies, follows DES procurement process, and DES has determined that entering into this contract will be in the best interest of the State of Washington.