5-Passenger Mini-Conversion Vans Multi-Year Contract

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is soliciting bids for a multi-year contract to procure 5-Passenger Mini-Conversion Vans through Invitation for Bid (IFB) #MDT-314268-RP. The procurement is specifically for one vehicle unit, with all prices to be F.O.B. Helena, MT and shipping prepaid. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including signed Federal Certifications, a Client Reference Form, and detailed vehicle specifications such as make, model, year, chassis details, gross vehicle weight, wheelbase, and vehicle length. The solicitation opened on August 10, 2021, with a bid closure and submission deadline of December 22, 2021. Potential bidders are required to use the eMACS system for submitting questions and bid responses, with Richele Parkhurst serving as the primary contact. Bidders must also review and comply with the Buy America Handbook and the State of Montana's standard contract terms and conditions, with potential disqualification for incomplete submissions.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, bidders must meet various compliance requirements, including federal certifications and Buy America provisions. The solicitation does not specify an exact award value or comprehensive budget range for the vehicle procurement. Bidders must demonstrate technical capability by providing comprehensive vehicle specifications and meeting all prescribed documentation requirements. The contract appears designed to establish pricing for future vehicle purchases through subsequent purchase orders, suggesting a potential multi-year procurement strategy. Integration requirements seem minimal, with the primary focus on procuring standardized 5-Passenger Mini-Conversion Vans that meet the specified technical and regulatory criteria. Commodity codes indicate the procurement is related to mass transportation and urban mass transportation vehicles, suggesting potential use by state transportation or public transit agencies.