Intent to Sole Source - Rising Stars LLC

The State of Montana’s Department of Administration is seeking to award a sole‑source contract to Rising Stars LLC for software project management and test‑lead services supporting the Montana Teachers’ Retirement System’s M‑Trust pension administration platform. The work encompasses managing enhancements, leading testing efforts, ensuring Section 508 compliance, and integrating new functional modules such as a mobile member portal and online beneficiary designations. The contract is a three‑year agreement (FY 27‑FY 29) with a maximum annual ceiling of $120,000 (total $360,000) billed at $91.35 per hour. Vendors may submit comments indicating an equivalent capability, but the intent is to proceed without competition unless a credible alternate source is presented. • Provide end‑to‑end project management for M‑Trust system upgrades and new feature rollouts. • Serve as Test Lead, coordinating test planning, execution, and defect management using tools like Jira and TestRail. • Ensure compliance with accessibility (Section 508) and other regulatory requirements while delivering on‑time, on‑budget enhancements.