Custer Replacement Well

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is seeking bids for the Custer Eastbound Rest Area Replacement Well project through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) with solicitation number 314540. The procurement involves two primary service line items: a Stainless Steel Well Replacement and a PVC Well Replacement, both to be priced as lump sum contracts. Bidders must complete several prerequisite submissions, including bid security, a contractor's certificate, and a cost sheet, and must comply with worker's compensation, prevailing wage, and nondiscrimination regulations. The bid was released on February 9, 2022, with a bid opening date of February 9, 2022, at 2:00 PM MST and a closing date of March 25, 2022, at 5:00 PM MDT. Potential bidders are required to submit any questions through the eMACS Q&A Board and must log into the eMACS system to access detailed documentation. The project involves commodity codes related to water pumps, building maintenance, and transportation-related contracted services. The primary contact for the project is Kolby Manderle, who can be reached at komanderle@mt.gov or +1 406-444-6365.

The solicitation documents do not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Four attachments are included with the bid documents: IFB_Custer_Replacement_Well_Specs.pdf, 2022-01-31_CusterEB RA Well_IFB_PVC alt.pdf, IFB Custer Replacement Well Specs and Back up Docs.pdf, and Building Construction_2022.pdf. While the exact budget range is not specified in the provided documentation, the project appears to be a targeted infrastructure improvement for the Custer Eastbound Rest Area's water supply system. The procurement process requires comprehensive documentation and adherence to state and federal contracting regulations. Potential bidders will need to demonstrate technical capabilities in well replacement, infrastructure development, and compliance with transportation infrastructure standards. The project represents a specific, focused infrastructure upgrade for the Montana Department of Transportation's rest area facilities.