The project team is focused on reviewing and validating findings from the Requirements Matrix and Market Research deliverables to ensure the information is complete and accurate. 

This work informs preparations for upcoming vendor demonstrations and ensures demonstrations are grounded in clearly defined functional needs, aligned with public-sector best practices, and structured to assess how well vendor solutions can support the varied needs of agencies across the State of Colorado. Key activities include:

• Validating requirements and market findings against national research and stakeholder input

• Refining the Statement of Work to support a consistent and well-defined demonstration approach

• Developing demonstration scripts, use cases, sample questions, and scoring criteria for use during demonstrations

This preparation establishes a clear, consistent, and comparable demonstration process that supports effective vendor evaluation and informed decision-making.

Vendor demonstrations represent the next major milestone for the project and the team will be scheduling sessions starting in January and February. This phase will provide an opportunity for the project team and stakeholders to review vendor solutions in a structured and consistent manner. Key activities will include:

• Conducting structured vendor demonstrations using defined scripts and evaluation criteria

• Gathering stakeholder feedback during and following demonstrations

• Assessing demonstration outcomes to inform next steps in the procurement process

Following the completion of demonstrations and evaluations, the project will proceed toward contract award in alignment with established procurement requirements. After contract award, the project team will begin implementation planning activities to coordinate with selected vendors in preparation for the next phase of work.