Intent to Sole Source - Continuous Improvement Consulting Services

The State of Montana’s Department of Administration is issuing an Intent to Sole Source for Continuous‑Improvement Consulting Services. The solicitation seeks to continue work that began under a limited‑solicitation award to Upward Advisors in August 2025, citing statutory justification that the services must be compatible with the incumbent’s existing deliverables. While the notice is not a competitive RFP, any vendor that can demonstrate the ability to provide an equivalent service may submit a written comment by the deadline. The solicitation is open from mid‑May to late‑May 2026, with the procurement office’s primary contact listed as John Thomas. • Scope: Continuous‑Improvement consulting (business‑management, process‑optimization) under Commodity Code 3905. • Budget: Approximately $65,000 already incurred; additional work estimated at less than $100,000 (total spend < $165,000). • Requirement: Vendors must show that their approach is compatible with the services already delivered by Upward Advisors; otherwise the State may proceed with the sole‑source award. • Submission: All comments must be uploaded via the eMACS Q&A board by 27 May 2026 2:00 PM MDT.