Emerging Technology Expo 2026

The State of Tennessee’s Department of Finance and Administration is seeking vendor input for the Emerging Technology Expo 2026. Vendors may submit up to three “Transformative Pathway” solutions—covering citizen experience, public safety, future of government, government operations, or technology foundations—each with a concise 10‑page narrative (excluding cover and intro). Selected vendors will be invited to present a live 35‑45‑minute demonstration at the Expo on October 1, 2026 in Nashville and may be required to pay a participation fee of $500‑$1,500. The RFI is purely informational; no contract award is guaranteed, but responses will inform future procurement opportunities. • Up to three pathway solutions (AI, emerging tech, Physical AI) with a 10‑page narrative per vendor. • Mandatory on‑shore data handling; demonstrations must use synthetic/public data only. • Timeline: Questions due July 16 2026 → RFI response due August 13 2026 → Selection notice August 31 2026 → Virtual alignment presentations Aug 31‑Sept 4 2026 → Expo Oct 1 2026. • No guaranteed funding; only a potential participation fee if selected. • Contact: Shannon Keefe, Contract Specialist (email provided).