Study Abroad Programs Service

Montana State University (MSU) Bozeman is seeking multiple experienced partners to support the development and delivery of customized international and domestic faculty-led programs and services. The requested scope includes full-service faculty-led programs, travel agent services, and customized programming across various disciplines, including STEM and non-credit programs for older adults. Required services encompass reserving transportation, lodging, meals, activities, service-learning opportunities, emergency response support, and cost-reduction opportunities. Eligibility is limited to onshore U.S. organizations capable of providing at least one of the requested services. Bidders must complete online prerequisite acknowledgments, submit a W-9 (or W-8 for foreign entities), provide contract liaison details, submit an emergency response plan, list previous litigation, supply at least three references, and disclose any AI usage in proposal development. Proposals are evaluated based on scoring criteria outlined in the buyer attachments, a minimum score requirement, and an optional pass/fail financial stability assessment. Sealed proposals must be submitted electronically under Request for Proposal MSU-RFP-27-01 by November 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM MST. Questions should be posted to the public Q&A board by November 3, 2026. Payment terms are Net 30, and the university will issue multiple contracts to responsive offerors.