Cheatgrass Management

The State of Montana Department of Military Affairs, through its Construction and Facility Management Office (CFMO), is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive cheatgrass management services for two specific training areas: Fort Harrison Training Area and Limestone Hills Training Area. The Request for Proposal (RFP) was released on July 15, 2025, with proposals due by August 1, 2025, at 2:00 PM MDT. The procurement focuses on agricultural chemical applications and environmental services for weed control, specifically targeting cheatgrass management. Bidders are required to submit detailed documentation including references, company profiles, key personnel resumes, contact information, tax identification, and a narrative proposal. The evaluation will consider various factors, with potential bonus points awarded for compliance with the Equal Pay for Montana Women Executive Order. Contractors must demonstrate expertise in vegetation management, specifically in applying herbicides using methods such as backpack and ATV/UTV applications.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types. Contractors will be evaluated based on their ability to provide comprehensive weed control services, with pricing proposals ranging from $28 to $257 per acre depending on application method and specific chemical used. The contract will utilize US Dollars with Net 30 payment terms. Bidders must complete various compliance representations, including statements about covered telecommunications equipment and non-discrimination regarding firearm entities. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the detailed cost proposal template suggests a potentially significant investment in vegetation management across the training areas. Attachments include geospatial maps of both training areas, providing contractors with detailed geographical information to support their proposal development. The procurement appears open to multiple vendors, with the final selection based on technical capability, pricing, and compliance with stated requirements.