Chip Seal White Sulphur Springs West Bozeman Area

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is soliciting bids for a Chip Seal project in the White Sulphur Springs West Bozeman Area, specifically targeting pavement preservation and highway maintenance services. The procurement, identified by bid number MDT-313187-RP, was released on March 5, 2019, with a bid submission deadline of April 2, 2019, at 3:00 PM MDT. The base bid includes mobilization, 168,197 square yards of Type 1 Chips, 300 tons of Liquid Emulsified Asphalt Grade CRS-2P, and traffic control, with an optional bid component for an additional 99 tons of Liquid Emulsified Asphalt Grade CSS-1H Blend. Bidders must submit bid security and comply with state requirements, including contractor registration with the Department of Labor and Industry, adherence to prevailing wage rates, and dark money disclosure. Potential vendors are required to submit any questions through the eMACS Q&A Board and complete vendor registration prior to bidding.

The contract appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, but does mandate several compliance requirements for potential bidders. Contractors must provide Owner's and Contractor's Protective Liability Insurance, maintain worker's compensation coverage, and adhere to non-discrimination guidelines. The solicitation uses US Dollars with payment terms of 0% 0, Net 30, suggesting standard net payment conditions. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated in the provided documentation, the scope of work involving chip sealing and asphalt application implies a substantial infrastructure maintenance project. The procurement is classified under commodity codes 5023 and 5017, indicating highway and infrastructure maintenance services. Bidders must demonstrate capability to handle diesel fuel usage, manage potential claims adjustments, and operate as an independent contractor, suggesting the project requires significant technical and operational expertise in road maintenance and construction.