Oregon Information Technology Master Agreement

• Category: Technology - Computers and Internet
• State: Multi-State
• Control #: US-12698BG
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

Information technology (IT) is the use of computers to store, retrieve, transmit, and manipulate data, or information, often in the context of a business or other enterprise. Oregon Information Technology Master Agreement (IMA) is a standardized contract framework employed by the state of Oregon for procuring information technology (IT) goods and services. It serves as the primary agreement between the state and IT vendors, facilitating efficient and consistent IT procurement processes across various state agencies, local governments, and educational institutions. The Oregon IMA establishes the terms and conditions under which IT vendors may provide their products and services to state entities. It ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations, simplifies procurement procedures, and promotes fair competition among vendors. By using the IMA, the state of Oregon aims to streamline IT purchasing, enhance vendor relationships, and optimize cost-effective acquisition of IT resources. The agreement is typically negotiated and executed between the Oregon Department of Administrative Services (WAS), through its Oregon Procurement Information Network (ORIN), and the contracted IT vendor. It covers a broad range of IT categories, including software development, hardware procurement, cloud computing services, IT consulting, system integration, data analytics, cybersecurity solutions, and more. The Oregon IMA also encompasses several specific types or variations of agreements, tailored to meet diverse IT needs within the state. Some notable variations include: 1. Oregon IMA — Software: This agreement focuses on the acquisition of software licenses, maintenance, support, and related services. It encompasses various software types, such as operating systems, productivity suites, specialized industry applications, and infrastructure software. 2. Oregon IMA — Hardware: This variant primarily addresses the procurement of IT hardware devices, equipment, peripherals, and related maintenance and support services. It includes computers, servers, networking devices, storage systems, printers, and other physical IT infrastructure components. 3. Oregon IMA — Cloud Services: With the rise of cloud computing, this agreement specifically covers the acquisition of cloud-based IT solutions. It includes Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and other cloud-related services. 4. Oregon IMA — Consulting Services: This agreement focuses on the engagement of IT consulting firms or professionals to provide advisory, planning, project management, training, and other consulting services related to IT initiatives. These are just a few examples of the various types of Oregon Information Technology Master Agreements tailored to specific IT procurement requirements. Each variation has its unique set of terms and conditions, but all adhere to the objective of efficiently acquiring IT resources for state entities while ensuring transparency and compliance with state regulations.

Oregon Information Technology Master Agreement (IMA) is a standardized contract framework employed by the state of Oregon for procuring information technology (IT) goods and services. It serves as the primary agreement between the state and IT vendors, facilitating efficient and consistent IT procurement processes across various state agencies, local governments, and educational institutions. The Oregon IMA establishes the terms and conditions under which IT vendors may provide their products and services to state entities. It ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations, simplifies procurement procedures, and promotes fair competition among vendors. By using the IMA, the state of Oregon aims to streamline IT purchasing, enhance vendor relationships, and optimize cost-effective acquisition of IT resources. The agreement is typically negotiated and executed between the Oregon Department of Administrative Services (WAS), through its Oregon Procurement Information Network (ORIN), and the contracted IT vendor. It covers a broad range of IT categories, including software development, hardware procurement, cloud computing services, IT consulting, system integration, data analytics, cybersecurity solutions, and more. The Oregon IMA also encompasses several specific types or variations of agreements, tailored to meet diverse IT needs within the state. Some notable variations include: 1. Oregon IMA — Software: This agreement focuses on the acquisition of software licenses, maintenance, support, and related services. It encompasses various software types, such as operating systems, productivity suites, specialized industry applications, and infrastructure software. 2. Oregon IMA — Hardware: This variant primarily addresses the procurement of IT hardware devices, equipment, peripherals, and related maintenance and support services. It includes computers, servers, networking devices, storage systems, printers, and other physical IT infrastructure components. 3. Oregon IMA — Cloud Services: With the rise of cloud computing, this agreement specifically covers the acquisition of cloud-based IT solutions. It includes Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and other cloud-related services. 4. Oregon IMA — Consulting Services: This agreement focuses on the engagement of IT consulting firms or professionals to provide advisory, planning, project management, training, and other consulting services related to IT initiatives. These are just a few examples of the various types of Oregon Information Technology Master Agreements tailored to specific IT procurement requirements. Each variation has its unique set of terms and conditions, but all adhere to the objective of efficiently acquiring IT resources for state entities while ensuring transparency and compliance with state regulations.