Software to assist University of Montana researchers locate potential grant funding sources

University of Montana is seeking a specialized software solution—delivered as SaaS or licensed product—that enables its researchers to discover and match potential grant funding opportunities. The procurement is conducted as a sealed‑bid IFB, requiring vendors to submit a total cost of ownership and to certify non‑discrimination regarding firearm entities. The contract will initially run for one year (or until 30 June 2027, whichever is earlier) with possible one‑year extensions, and includes licensing, implementation, and annual renewal fees. The university expects the software to provide automated data‑crawling, NLP‑based matching, researcher profile integration, and regular funding alerts, along with a testing phase and ongoing support. • Deliver a grant‑search SaaS platform tailored to academic researchers, including NLP‑driven matching and ORCID integration. • Provide implementation, configuration, training, and a testing/validation period before final acceptance. • Supply licensing/subscription fees for an initial period (May 2026 – June 2027) and annual renewal thereafter, with total cost of ownership disclosed in the bid. • Comply with accessibility (WCAG 2.0 AA/Section 508), Montana Firearms Freedom Act, and required insurance/cybersecurity certifications. • Respond to a mandatory non‑discrimination statement and submit all pricing line items in the attached pricing schedule.