MSU Bozeman Office of International Programs Study Abroad Programs RFP MSU-RFP-27-01 (2026)
Montana Department of Commerce | State of MontanaState · Helena, MT- Due
- Nov 17, 2026
- 14 days left
- Posted
- Oct 19, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jeni Luft
- (406) 994-3210
The 30-second brief
MSU Bozeman Office of International Programs is seeking to contract with multiple, experienced, and flexible travel partners for Faculty-Led Customized International and Domestic programs and services. Key priorities include customized programming across various disciplines, strong student safety and emergency support, comprehensive travel and logistical services, competitive pricing, and reliable contractual support. Contracts may be awarded for Full Service Faculty Led Programs with Guides, Full Service Faculty Led Programs without Guides, and Travel Agent Services only. Submission deadline is November 17, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 3, 2026.
Full Service for Faculty Led Programs with Guide, Full Service for Faculty Led Programs without Guide, Travel Agent Services
Scored on scoring criteria as found in the Buyer Attachment section
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Summary
MSU Bozeman Office of International Programs is seeking to contract with multiple, experienced, and flexible travel partners for Faculty-Led Customized International and Domestic programs and services.
Key priorities include customized programming across various disciplines, strong student safety and emergency support, comprehensive travel and logistical services, competitive pricing, and reliable contractual support. Contracts may be awarded for Full Service Faculty Led Programs with Guides, Full Service Faculty Led Programs without Guides, and Travel Agent Services only. Submission deadline is November 17, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 3, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Scored on scoring criteria as found in the Buyer Attachment section
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Full Service for Faculty Led Programs with Guide
- Full Service for Faculty Led Programs without Guide
- Travel Agent Services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- W-9
- Emergency response plan and procedures
- Standard software/service solution agreement
- List of litigation
- Cost proposal
- Scope of work
- Evaluation criteria
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Bozeman, MT
- Reported agency
- Montana State University Bozeman
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 November 17, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Jeni Luft.
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.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
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Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Jeni Luft at (406) 994-3210. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Full Service for Faculty Led Programs with Guide, Full Service for Faculty Led Programs without Guide, Travel Agent Services. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
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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, emergency response plan and procedures, standard software/service solution agreement, list of litigation, cost proposal, scope of work, evaluation criteria. 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.