Intent to Sole Source National Public Radio

The University of Montana’s Broadcast Media Center is issuing an Intent to Sole Source for National Public Radio (NPR) to provide full‑time public radio programming, satellite interconnection, digital platform support, and related services for its stations. The solicitation is non‑competitive; however, other vendors may submit a written “Request to Challenge” by the closing deadline if they can demonstrate an equivalent solution. No monetary value is disclosed, and the contract will be awarded after the challenge period ends if no valid challenges are received. • Scope includes NPR’s flagship news, cultural, and music programming, satellite delivery, and website platform. • Challenge must be posted on the eMACS Q&A Board with the heading “Request to Challenge” by 2:00 PM MDT on 21 Oct 2026. • Single point of contact is Michelle Wunder, Procurement Officer. • If uncontested, the contract will be awarded to NPR (or as noted, potentially to The Sheridan Press Inc.).