Pricing Analysis and Market Research Services

The Vendor is required to provide to perform contract price analysis and market research to assist with preparation for price negotiations. 
- The consultant's primary work will be market research to determine the most advantageous pricing to the State based upon what other government agencies around the country are paying for the same or similar goods and services. 
- The consultant shall develop a proposed set of clear, actionable, and office-approved negotiation talking points and strategies for use during the negotiation.
- Payment is contingent upon a successful negotiation and the execution of the renewal agreement with the vendor.
- These emails must cover findings, analysis progress, and explicitly document any risks, issues, or delays encountered (e.g., difficulty obtaining comparable non-disclosure agreements or pricing benchmarks) during the performance of the research and analysis.
- This timeline is required to allow office adequate time for review and the mandatory written pre-approval of all materials and any active negotiation participation by the Consultant.
- The market research provided must be thorough, relevant, and directly applicable to the specific goods and services being negotiated.

- Contract Period/Term: 1 year
- Pre-bid Conference Date: November 20, 2025
- Questions/Inquires Deadline: November 21, 2025