Dump Bodies

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is seeking a contractor to provide 33 dump bodies through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) issued by the State Procurement Services Division. This procurement is specifically for Cascade County, with goods to be delivered FOB Destination to Helena, MT 59601. The bid was posted on January 8, 2025, with a closing date of February 6, 2025, at 2:00 PM MST. Potential bidders must submit comprehensive documentation, including manufacturer's descriptive literature and detailed compliance with the provided specifications. Key requirements include pricing submissions for both single unit and total quantity (33 units), with optional pricing also mandatory. Bidders must demonstrate their ability to meet technical specifications for vehicle accessories and transportation equipment, with primary contact for questions being Amanda Battin, reachable at amanda.battin2@mt.gov or 406-444-9665.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though bidders must certify compliance with Montana's nondiscrimination requirements, particularly those related to firearm entities and trade associations (30-20-301, MCA). Payment terms are established as Net 30 with no early payment discount. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the procurement involves 33 dump bodies, suggesting a potentially significant contract value. The solicitation utilizes multiple commodity codes including vehicle accessories, transportation equipment, heavy equipment, repair and maintenance parts, and agricultural implements. Potential vendors must be prepared to meet all technical specifications and provide comprehensive documentation demonstrating their capability to fulfill the complete order of dump bodies to the Montana Department of Transportation's exact requirements.