Montana eMACS (SciQuest)
Montana eMACS (SciQuest) is the official state procurement portal for Montana. Vendors register here to receive bid notifications and submit responses on Montana state agency contracts.
Portal URL: https://bids.sciquest.com/apps/Router/PublicEvent?CustomerOrg=StateOfMontana
How to register on Montana eMACS (SciQuest)
Register on eMACS (Jaggaer-based) for Montana state procurement.
Cost: Free. Vendor registration on Montana eMACS (SciQuest) does not require payment. Some ancillary certifications (Montana Small Business Procurement Program (SBPP)) are handled by separate Montana agencies.
Small business and set-aside programs
Montana operates the following programs. Certification is separate from Montana eMACS (SciQuest) vendor registration but is recognized on state contracts:
- Montana Small Business Procurement Program (SBPP)
Governing law
Montana Code Annotated Title 18 (State Public Contracts)
Montana has a 5% Montana-resident preference on state contracts in some circumstances.
Current Montana bid opportunities
Live from Montana eMACS (SciQuest) plus every Montana county, city, school district, hospital, and university procurement system. Updated every 6 hours.
- MSU E-Commerce Platform Montana State University System is seeking contractors to submit a proposal for an Integrated E-Commerce Software System.
- Intent to Sole Source Roche Diagnostics MSU is considering a request from MSU Billings to award a Sole Source contract to Roche Diagnostics Corporation for the one-time purchase of a cobas LIAT and recurring testing kits.
- Intent to Sole Source CampusOptics Inc. Software Intent to Sole Source CampusOptics, Inc. Safety and Compliance Software
- Thompson Chain of Lakes Precommercial Thinning The Department of Fish, Wildlife & Parks, is seeking a contractor to perform services at Thompson Chain of Lakes, including but not limited, to Precommercial Thinning.
- 2027 Snack Bar at the Capitol Snack Bar at the Capitol
- Baker Tilly Ongoing Support The Department of Administration, State Procurement Services Division, is considering a request from the Healthcare and Benefits Division, to award a Sole Source contract to Baker Tilly.
- Flathead Lake Research Boat Flathead Lake Research Boat
- 2027 Innovative Engineering Studies for Local Governments Request for Applications DEQ is conducting round 2 of a funding opportunity available to local governments for innovative energy studies. Full application requirements are provided throughout this event.
- On-line Auction Services - Real Estate MDT is seeking a qualified on-line auction service provider (Vendor) to conduct on-line auctions for land disposal (sales) in full compliance with statutory requirements, & MDT’s terms and conditions.
- CEP for Media 988 This is a Tier II Solicitation for Montana 988 Crisis Lifeline Statewide Messaging Campaign. This work is being performed under the Master Media and Marketing Contract
- Lyons Creek Truck Parking Area Maintenance Great Falls Division The Montana Department of Transportation is accepting bids for Lyons Creek Truck Parking Area Maintenance Great Falls Division.
- Housekeeping and Laundry Services for Fort Harrison BOQ/BEQ Housekeeping and Laundry Services for Fort Harrison BOQ/BEQ
- Remove and Replace Underground Product Piping Montana Department of Transportation is accepting bids to Remove and Replace Underground Product Piping
- RFP - Timber Bridges - Browning Area The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is accepting proposals from consulting firms interested in the preparation of an alternatives analysis for the subject project.
- RFP - Clearwater Junction Rest Area Rehab The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is accepting proposals from consulting firms interested in the preparation of the construction plans and specifications for the subject project.
Common questions about Montana eMACS (SciQuest)
What is Montana eMACS (SciQuest)?
Montana eMACS (SciQuest) is the official state procurement portal for Montana. Register on eMACS (Jaggaer-based) for Montana state procurement.
How do I register on Montana eMACS (SciQuest)?
Register on eMACS (Jaggaer-based) for Montana state procurement. The registration is free and typically completed online at https://bids.sciquest.com/apps/Router/PublicEvent?CustomerOrg=StateOfMontana.
What is the Montana eMACS (SciQuest) login URL?
Montana eMACS (SciQuest) is accessed at https://bids.sciquest.com/apps/Router/PublicEvent?CustomerOrg=StateOfMontana. Registered vendors log in there to view solicitations and submit bids on Montana state contracts.
Are there small-business or set-aside programs on Montana eMACS (SciQuest)?
Yes. Montana operates the following preference and set-aside programs relevant to Montana eMACS (SciQuest) bidders: Montana Small Business Procurement Program (SBPP). Each has its own certification process.
What law governs procurement through Montana eMACS (SciQuest)?
Montana procurement is governed by Montana Code Annotated Title 18 (State Public Contracts). Montana has a 5% Montana-resident preference on state contracts in some circumstances.
Where do I find current Montana eMACS (SciQuest) opportunities?
Montana eMACS (SciQuest) publishes opportunities at https://bids.sciquest.com/apps/Router/PublicEvent?CustomerOrg=StateOfMontana. ProcureTap also aggregates Montana state contracts plus every county, city, school district, hospital, and university procurement system in the state — updated every 6 hours.