Demolition and Removal of State Owned Property - 1156 Firth Street Billings

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered MDT316174-RP for the complete demolition and removal of a state-owned property located at 1156 Firth Street in Billings, Yellowstone County. The procurement seeks a qualified contractor to perform a comprehensive demolition project involving all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and incidental services. Bidders must be registered with the Department of Labor and Industry and will be evaluated based on their ability to comply with state and federal requirements, including nondiscrimination policies, prevailing wage rates, and worker's compensation regulations. The solicitation is open from July 22, 2025, at 2:00 PM MDT, with bids closing on August 26, 2025, at 2:00 PM MDT. Potential contractors must submit bid security for bids exceeding $150,000 and provide various certifications, including verification of nondiscrimination against firearms entities. Supporting documentation includes specifications, prevailing wage rates, location and site maps, an aerial street view, plans, an asbestos report, NESHAP and septic permits, and a property record.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders will utilize commodity codes spanning transportation goods, demolition services, building and construction services, and professional house/building moving services. Payment terms are established at 0% with net 30 days, and the primary point of contact for the solicitation is Richele Parkhurst, reachable at rparkhurst@mt.gov or +1 406-546-8243. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the provided documentation, the procurement is structured as a lump sum demolition project. The attached documents suggest thorough environmental and regulatory considerations, including an asbestos report and necessary permits, which will likely factor into contractor selection and project execution. Interested contractors should carefully review all attached documentation and ensure full compliance with the detailed requirements outlined in the solicitation.