Montana Department of Transportation Organizational Review

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for an Organizational Review through the Montana Acquisition & Contracting System (eMACS), seeking an independent consultant to comprehensively assess the department's organizational structure, operational functions, and staffing levels. The procurement solicits professional services in business management, personnel, workforce, transportation planning, and transportation-related contracted services, with the primary objective of developing recommendations to enhance organizational operations for current and future needs. Bidders are required to submit several critical documents, including a written response to the Scope of Services, Offeror Qualifications, a Cost Proposal (Budget Worksheet), and an Equal Pay for Women Compliance Certification form. The solicitation was opened on December 28, 2017, with a proposal submission deadline of February 8, 2018. Evaluation will be conducted through eMACS, with potential bidders required to log in and submit questions through the Q&A Board, and the procurement process allows for potential additions or exceptions to contract terms that may be addressed during contract negotiation with the lowest bidder or highest-scoring offeror.

While the RFP does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types, it emphasizes vendor registration and compliance with administrative requirements, including an Equal Pay for Women Compliance Certification. The procurement appears to be open to professional consulting firms with expertise in organizational review, transportation management, and strategic workforce planning. The total project cost is to be evaluated as a lump sum service, suggesting flexibility in budgetary considerations. Although specific budget ranges are not detailed in the available documentation, the comprehensive nature of the organizational review implies a substantive investment in assessing and potentially restructuring MDT's operational capabilities. The procurement process indicates that MDT is seeking a high-quality, strategic partner capable of delivering a thorough and actionable organizational assessment that can inform future departmental effectiveness and efficiency.