Demolition of Graff Cabin - Lewistown Area

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is soliciting bids for the demolition of the Graff Cabin located 1.9 miles southeast of Lewistown on the east side of Secondary 238 in Garfield County. This procurement is a lump sum demolition service requiring contractors to provide all labor, materials, equipment, and incidentals necessary to completely demolish the cabin. The solicitation (MDT-312280-MD) was issued on January 11, 2017, with bids due by February 1, 2017 at 3:00 PM MST and a requested service delivery date of April 28, 2017. Bidders must submit comprehensive bid documentation, including bid security, proof of registration with the Department of Labor and Industry, and a detailed narrative describing their specific demolition approach. Key evaluation criteria appear to include compliance with federal aid contracting requirements, state contract terms, insurance provisions, and worker's compensation regulations. Contractors must be prepared to meet numerous prerequisites outlined in the attached documentation, including a scope of work, asbestos report, site map, and wage rate specifications.

The procurement includes provisions for Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE), suggesting potential set-aside opportunities or preferential considerations for qualifying businesses. Bidders must provide documentation related to the DBE schedule and demonstrate compliance with associated requirements. Payment terms are structured with a net 30-day period, and the contract is denominated in US Dollars. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the project appears to be a focused, single-site demolition effort with relatively constrained scope. The solicitation requires comprehensive insurance coverage and adherence to regulatory standards, indicating a preference for experienced contractors with demonstrable capabilities in demolition services and regulatory compliance. Potential respondents should carefully review all attached documentation, including the asbestos report and site map, to fully understand the project's specific requirements and potential complexities.