Montana State University - Budget and Forecasting Software Solution - MSU-RFP-2027-0872 (2026)
Montana Department of Commerce | State of MontanaState · Helena, MT- Due
- Dec 8, 2026
- 35 days left
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
- Primary contact
- Cheri Toeniskoetter
- (406) 994-3212
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Summary
Montana State University seeks proposals for a comprehensive, turnkey, web-based budgeting, forecasting, reporting, analytics, and dashboard solution to support financial planning and management needs across four campuses in Bozeman, Billings, Great Falls, and Havre, plus three state agencies.
The software must address higher education requirements, including complex funding sources, fund accounting, multi-campus budgeting, enrollment-driven planning, strategic resource allocation, and regulatory reporting. The submission deadline is December 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM MST, with questions due by November 10, 2026. Required submissions include a W-9, references, and proof of financial stability upon request.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
W-9
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Bozeman, MT
- Reported agency
- Montana State University
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Montana Department of Commerce | State of Montana?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 8, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Cheri Toeniskoetter.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Montana Department of Commerce | State of Montana in MT, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
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Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Cheri Toeniskoetter at (406) 994-3212. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: W-9. Review the full document from Montana Department of Commerce | State of Montana for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bozeman, MT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.