Intent to Sole Source Kelley Create CO

The University of Montana, procuring on behalf of Montana Tech, is issuing Intent to Sole Source UOM-ISS-2026-3351 for a Rhombus Next-Generation Security Camera System from Kelley Create CO, with a challenge period closing September 25, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. MDT.

This is a sole-source procurement; the University will award to Kelley Create CO unless a vendor submits a valid written challenge demonstrating an equivalent solution. Challenges must be submitted by 2:00 p.m. MDT on September 25, 2026 via the Q&A Board in eMACS with the heading "Request to Challenge." The sole-source justification document is attached but not detailed in the summary source. If challenges reveal that multiple sources can provide equivalent solutions, the University reserves the right to issue a competitive solicitation instead of proceeding with award.

The purchase falls under NIGP commodity codes 4402 (Security — Equipment/Supplies) and 4404 (Security — Systems). Payment terms are Net 30 with 0% interest. No pre-bid conference or site visits are scheduled. The procurement remains sealed until the challenge deadline. Michelle Wunder, Warranted Procurement Officer, is the point of contact at michelle.wunder@mso.umt.edu.