Agenda Item
c. BlueAlly Cloud Operations, Security, and Microsoft Modernization Services (Not to Exceed $784,422.41)
Summary: Presented by: Dr. Kermit Belcher, Chief Information Officer, Division of Information & Instructional Technology
Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the purchase of cloud operations, cybersecurity, technical support, cloud modernization, and Microsoft platform optimization services from BlueAlly for an amount not to exceed $784,422.41.
Why: The purpose of this agenda item is to support the Division of Information and Instructional Technology (DIIT) in maintaining, securing, and modernizing the District's cloud-based technology environment. The District relies on Microsoft Azure cloud services and Microsoft 365 applications to support instructional programs, communication, collaboration, data storage, cybersecurity, identity management, and business operations. These services are used daily by students, teachers, administrators, and staff and have become essential to the delivery of educational and operational services across the District.
This request includes the District's annual Microsoft Azure cloud consumption costs, managed Microsoft 365 security and support services, cloud environment assessments, Microsoft Copilot readiness planning, and SharePoint modernization services. Together, these services help ensure that cloud resources remain secure, reliable, efficient, and aligned with the District's long-term technology strategy while reducing cybersecurity risks, improving operational efficiency, and supporting future technology initiatives. Please note that this agenda item is intentionally written at a high level to provide transparency while maintaining necessary limitations that protect the District's security posture. Certain technical and operational details are not included in public-facing documentation to avoid creating unnecessary security risks.
Details: BlueAlly provides cloud operations, cybersecurity, technical support, and cloud modernization services for the District's Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 environments.
The services included in this request support both the operation of the District's cloud infrastructure and the protection, optimization, and modernization of the systems and data that reside within it.
Key Services Include:
Management and support of the District's Microsoft Azure cloud environment.
Monitoring and maintenance of cloud systems to ensure reliability, performance, and availability.
Security monitoring, threat detection, and incident response support.
Management of user accounts, identity services, and secure access to district technology resources.
Microsoft 365 security configuration, optimization, and compliance support.
Technical support and troubleshooting for Microsoft 365 services, including email, collaboration, file storage, and productivity platforms.
Ongoing cybersecurity reviews, security hardening, and recommendations to strengthen protection against evolving threats.
Assessment of the District's cloud environment to identify opportunities for improved security, governance, scalability, and operational efficiency.
Development of cloud strategy and modernization recommendations to support future technology initiatives.
Evaluation and readiness planning for Microsoft Copilot and emerging artificial intelligence technologies.
Review of permissions, data governance, and collaboration environments to support secure adoption of AI-powered productivity tools.
Modernization of the District's SharePoint environment to improve usability, collaboration capabilities, and long-term supportability.
Technical consulting and specialized expertise to support operational, security, and modernization initiatives.
In addition to managed services and modernization projects, this request includes Microsoft Azure cloud consumption. Azure provides the computing resources, storage, networking, security, backup, and application hosting capabilities that support many of the District's critical instructional and business systems. Rather than relying solely on physical servers and equipment located on-site, the District utilizes Azure to provide scalable, reliable, and secure technology services that can adapt to changing operational needs.
Financial impact: General Fund: 100.2800.530000.00011.7600.9990.0308.070.0000
Contact: Dr. Kermit Belcher, Chief Information Officer, Division of Information & Instructional Technology, 678.676.1274
Effective: Upon Board Approval
Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs
Quote # 42134 v. 1
Date Issued: 06/25/26
Expire Date: 09/30/26
SharePoint Classic to Modern Upgrade Statement of Work Prepared By:
Bill to: Ship to:
Dekalb County School District Dekalb County School District Monica Davis
3475 Piedmont Road NE
Jamal Northington Jamal Northington Suite 900
2652 Lawrenceville Highway 2652 Lawrenceville Highway Atlanta, Georgia, 30305
Decatur, GA, 30033 P:
Decatur, GA, 30033
P: P:
E: mdavis@blueally.com
E: Jamal_Northington@dekalbschoolsga.org E: Jamal_Northington@dekalbschoolsga.org
SharePoint Classic to Modern Upgrade Statement of Work - BA20244773-2
Qty Manufacturer Part Product Description Price Ext. Price
Number
1 BA20244773-2 SharePoint Classic to Modern Upgrade SOW $19,375.00 $19,375.00
Subtotal: $19,375.00
Quote Summary Amount
SharePoint Classic to Modern Upgrade Statement of Work - BA20244773-2 $19,375.00
Total: $19,375.00
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