National register signs RFP

The State of Montana, State Procurement Services Division, is requesting proposals on behalf of the Montana Historical Society for design, fabrication, and delivery of signs and mounting systems for the National Register Signs Program, with proposals due September 3, 2026 at 2:00 PM MDT.

The scope comprises two product line items: a wall and post mount sign system (P1) with a lump sum quantity and 60-day delivery requirement, and an optional improved mounting system (P2) allowing vendors to propose innovative design features for easier installation and removal. Offerors must address mandatory requirements including business information documentation, scope of services, cost proposals, qualifications, and cost appendix materials. Vendors may request exceptions or modifications to contract terms and mounting specifications through a Contract Exception form submitted by the proposal deadline; the State reserves the right to accept or reject proposed exceptions.

Offerors must comply with Montana's procurement regulations, including verification of nondiscrimination against firearms entities and disclosure of artificial intelligence use in proposal development. Vendors must be registered with the Montana Secretary of State and meet debarment clearance requirements. Responses must be submitted in US Dollars through the eMACS platform. Payment terms are Net 30 with 0% financing.

An optional pre-proposal conference is available for vendors seeking clarification on project requirements. The proposal submission period opened August 13, 2026 at 2:00 PM MDT, with sealed proposals required until close.