Credential Database

The State of Montana, Department of Labor & Industry (DLI), is seeking a vendor to provide and support a credential database to track industry-recognized credentials, non-degree certificates, work-based learning (WBL) experiences, and MUS. The contract was awarded to Credential Engine, Inc. The proposal evaluation criteria included provision of services, project design, timeline, implementation plan, ongoing support plan, offeror qualifications, company profile and experience, relevant experience, relevant past projects, resumes, and key personnel. The contract has a total of 1000 points possible, with 65% of the points allocated to the provision of services, 20% to the cost proposal, 10% to the offeror qualifications, and 5% to the equal pay for Montana women bonus points. • The contract requires the vendor to provide a credential database that meets the needs of the DLI. • The vendor must have experience in providing similar services to government agencies. • The vendor must have a strong company profile and experience in the industry. • The vendor must have relevant experience and past projects that demonstrate their ability to provide the required services. • The vendor must have a clear and detailed implementation plan and ongoing support plan. • The vendor must have a competitive cost proposal. • The vendor must comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including the Montana Procurement Act and the Uniform Trade Secrets Act.