When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 30, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 9, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $500,000 – $2,000,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by North Carolina Department of Information Technology. The work is located in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States.

Statewide GenAI Contract (Due November 30, 2026)

SUMMARY

The North Carolina Department of Information Technology is soliciting proposals from vendors to provide enterprise Generative AI (GenAI) platforms, secure Model API access, and related implementation and training services.

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DESCRIPTION

The North Carolina Department of Information Technology (NCDIT) is seeking multiple vendors to provide enterprise Generative AI (GenAI) platforms, secure Model API access to Frontier Models, and related services including implementation, integration, adoption, AI literacy, and role-based upskilling. The contract is for a three-year term with two optional one-year renewals. The solution must support secure, compliant, and trustworthy environments for state agencies, local governments, and educational institutions, adhering to data protection and security requirements.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Vendor must own the Frontier Models offered through the proposed GenAI Platform and Model APIs
Vendor must certify that all data is physically stored and processed within data centers located in the United States
Vendor must provide two customer references utilizing the proposed solution fully implemented in a setting similar to the solicitation's scope
Vendor must be registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State to receive an award
Vendor must provide evidence of financial stability including Financial Review Form and financial statements
Vendor must provide a dated roadmap to attain GovRAMP Authorized status within two years if not currently held
Vendor must provide a detailed description of implementation, onboarding, and adoption services
Vendor must provide itemized costs for all components including platform subscription, user licenses, and consumption-based costs

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TIMELINE

RFP Issued: October 26th, 2026

Written Questions Deadline: November 9th, 2026

Agency’s Response to Written Questions/RFP Addendum Issued: November 16th, 2026

Offer Opening Deadline: November 30th, 2026

Issuing Agency

North Carolina Department of Information Technology

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Statewide GenAI Contract