Chip Seal Red Cliff South Bozeman Area

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is seeking a contractor for a chip seal project located on US-191 from Red Cliff South to Bozeman, spanning approximately 10.3 miles and covering 169,105 square yards. The solicitation (MDT-315096-RP) requires a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive roadway maintenance services, including labor, equipment, materials, and traffic control. Specific project requirements include applying CHFRS-2P asphalt emulsion at 0.43 gallons per square yard and Type 1 chips at 25 pounds per square yard. The project is scheduled to commence after July 1, 2023, and must be completed by August 15, 2023, with strict traffic control parameters allowing only maximum 15-minute traffic stops. Bidders must submit bid security, be registered with the Department of Labor and Industry, and comply with prevailing wage rates, worker's compensation regulations, and nondiscrimination policies. The bid opening is scheduled for March 2, 2023, at 2:00 PM MST, with all questions to be submitted through the eMACS Q&A Board, and the primary contact is Richele Parkhurst (rparkhurst@mt.gov, 406-546-8243).

There are no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on organizational types mentioned in the procurement documents. Bidders must be prepared to demonstrate compliance with environmental regulations, including air quality permit requirements and protections for aquatic resources and grizzly bear habitat. While the total contract value is not explicitly stated, the project includes line items for mobilization, materials, liquid emulsified asphalt, and traffic control. Partial payments may be considered for aggregate production, with certain limitations. The contract will be executed in US Dollars with Net 30 payment terms, and contractors must provide their own equipment and manage all aspects of the chip seal process, including temporary striping and potential property damage claims. Interested contractors should carefully review the attached Red Cliff South Chip Seal Specifications and Prevailing Wage Rates documents to understand the full scope of work and requirements before submitting a bid.