RFP-Project & Portfolio Management Tool

Lincoln Electric System (LES) is soliciting proposals under RFP 108-26 for the procurement and implementation of a comprehensive Project and Portfolio Management (PPM) tool. The objective is to establish a centralized PMO system of record, starting with a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) that supports enterprise-wide project intake, prioritization, governance, resource management, and financial visibility. The selected solution must integrate with a Microsoft-based ecosystem, including M365, Teams, and Azure DevOps, as well as SAP. The scope of work encompasses software provision, configuration, implementation, training, and post-implementation stabilization, supporting Waterfall, Agile, and hybrid delivery methodologies. Proposals are due by September 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST via the LES Procurement Portal. Evaluation is based on a combination of technical requirements, organizational qualifications, and price, though price is not the sole determining factor. Awardees must adhere to strict compliance standards, including the Nebraska Foreign Adversary Contracting Prohibition Act (LB 1300), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regulations, and various Nebraska state labor and safety laws. The contract structure includes a three-year initial term with two optional one-year renewals, with payments issued on a Net30 basis following the approval of itemized invoices. Security is a critical component, requiring role-based access controls and the execution of a formal Confidentiality and Security Agreement.