Technical Systems Integrator for Montana PBS NOC

Montana State University, on behalf of Montana PBS, has issued Request for Proposal (RFP) MSU-RFP-2026-0787 seeking qualified technical systems integrators to provide comprehensive design, integration, and implementation services for modernizing the Network Operations Center (NOC) in Bozeman, Montana. The procurement encompasses removal of legacy equipment and installation of new routers, racks, patch panels, cabling, labeling, testing, and commissioning to deliver a turnkey solution that fundamentally reconfigures the existing NOC rack room and master control space while integrating owner-furnished equipment. Key requirements include maintaining on-air functionality throughout the entire project, with system cutover and critical tasks coordinated with Montana PBS to ensure continuous broadcast operations. Qualified integrators must demonstrate technical expertise in network infrastructure modernization and the ability to manage complex installations while maintaining operational continuity. Proposals are due April 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM MDT, with the RFP opened February 26, 2026, at 10:00 AM MST; the deadline for submitting questions is March 16, 2026. Site visits and a pre-proposal conference are available for interested offerors, and finalists may be required to provide references and participate in presentations, demonstrations, or interviews. Pricing shall be submitted as a lump-sum total contract price with Net 30 payment terms.

The RFP does not indicate specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though offerors may receive up to 5% bonus points for demonstrating compliance with Executive Order No. 12-2016 regarding equal pay for Montana women. All offerors must comply with Montana prevailing wage requirements and submit required documentation including W-9 forms, remit-to address information, and contract liaison details. The University reserves the right to verify financial stability at its discretion, which may include audited financial statements for the three years preceding the RFP issuance and any subsequent quarterly statements. Standard terms and conditions apply, including insurance requirements, debarment clauses, mandatory requirements, and cooperative purchasing provisions. No incumbent vendor information or specific budget allocation is disclosed in the available documentation. Interested organizations should contact Cheri Toeniskoetter at Cheri.toeniskoetter@montana.edu or +1 406-994-3212 for additional information regarding this procurement opportunity.