Barretts Minerals, Inc. Environmental Impact Statement

The Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is seeking a third-party contractor to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for Barretts Minerals, Inc.'s amendment application for Operating Permit 00013. This procurement, identified as DEQ-RFP2019-119009, focuses on environmental services and assessments for a metal mines reclamation project. The solicitation opened on January 25, 2019, at 12:00 PM MST and is scheduled to close on February 20, 2019, at 2:00 PM MST. The primary objective is to assist DEQ in developing a comprehensive EIS that meets the requirements of the Montana Environmental Policy Act (MEPA). Potential contractors will need to demonstrate expertise in environmental assessments, specifically in the context of metal mining operations. The primary point of contact for this procurement is Vicki Woodrow, who can be reached at VWoodrow@mt.gov or +1 406-444-3128. Evaluation criteria are likely to include technical expertise, understanding of MEPA requirements, and the ability to conduct thorough environmental impact assessments.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly mentioned in the available documentation, the procurement appears to be open to qualified environmental consulting firms with experience in conducting comprehensive environmental impact studies. The commodity code 1602 for Environmental Services - Assessments suggests a specialized procurement targeting firms with specific technical capabilities. The payment terms are structured as 0% 0, Net 30, using US Dollars as the currency. Although no specific budget range is provided, the complexity of preparing an Environmental Impact Statement for a metal mines reclamation project typically involves significant technical and analytical resources. The procurement is specifically associated with Fergus County, Montana, indicating a localized but potentially complex environmental review process. The document's AI summary notes a potential republication or update on June 19, 2020, which may suggest ongoing developments or modifications to the original 2019 solicitation.