Resource Budgeting & Allocation and Long-range Financial Forecasting Tool

The University of North Dakota (UND) is seeking a comprehensive Resource Budgeting & Allocation and Long-range Financial Forecasting Tool through a competitive procurement process in Grand Forks County. The solicitation, numbered 428-2025, requires a sophisticated software application capable of performing two primary functions: incentive-based budget and allocation modeling, and long-range financial forecasting scenario modeling. Interested bidders must participate through the UND Sourcing Portal at https://bids.sciquest.com/apps/Router/PublicEvent?CustomerOrg=UND, with submissions due by September 22, 2025. Potential vendors must be on the North Dakota State Bidders List and will need to log into their company's UND supplier portal to respond to the bid. New suppliers must obtain login instructions from the procurement officer, Samantha Hogan, via email at s.hogan@und.edu. While specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the procurement appears to focus on vendors who can deliver a robust financial modeling and forecasting solution that meets the university's strategic budgeting needs.

The solicitation appears to be open to approved vendors on the North Dakota State Bidders List, suggesting potential restrictions on participation. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned, the procurement follows North Dakota Century Code 54-44.4-13, which may imply certain regulatory compliance requirements. No incumbent vendors or existing technological infrastructure are identified in the provided documentation. The specific budget range or potential award value for this procurement is not disclosed in the available materials. Prospective bidders will need to carefully review the full solicitation documents on the UND Sourcing Portal to understand the complete scope of requirements, potential integration expectations, and any technical specifications for the proposed budgeting and forecasting tool. Interested vendors should proactively contact Samantha Hogan for additional details and to ensure they meet all necessary qualifications for participation in this procurement opportunity.