The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is seeking a comprehensive Grants Management System (GMS) to automate and streamline the full grant lifecycle, from application to closeout. The selected vendor will design, implement, and support the GMS, which will enhance data accuracy and reporting, improve collaboration and communication between CDOT, grantees, and stakeholders, and ensure compliance with state and federal grant management regulations. Key features of the GMS include end-to-end grant lifecycle management, automated workflows, advanced financial and programmatic reporting, and multi-language support. The system must be cloud-based, scalable, and user-friendly, with a modular and configurable design to allow for future expansion. Some of the key benefits of the proposed system include: • Automation of manual processes to reduce errors and increase efficiency • Improved transparency and accountability through real-time reporting and dashboards • Enhanced collaboration and communication between CDOT, grantees, and stakeholders • Ensured compliance with state and federal grant management regulations • Scalable and user-friendly design to accommodate future growth and expansion