Epoxy Paint Striping Butte Area

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for Epoxy Paint Striping in the Butte Area, solicitation number MDT-316048-RP. The procurement focuses on comprehensive traffic paint striping services covering approximately 174 miles of I-15 and I-90 routes between Boulder Hill, Elk Park, Deer Lodge, Fairmont, and Barretts to Clark Canyon. The project requires applying white and yellow 4-inch epoxy stripes, with specific quantities including 3,828 gallons of white stripe, 2,728 gallons of yellow stripe, 4,300 square feet of symbols/words, and 4,200 linear feet of yellow curb marking. Technical specifications mandate a 20 mil (+/- 2 mil) wet film thickness and a minimum of 25 lbs/gallon of glass beads, with strict surface preparation requirements including grinding existing markings. The contract period is scheduled from July 1, 2025, to September 10, 2025, with bid submissions due by May 19, 2025, at 2:00 PM MDT. Bidders must register with the Department of Labor and Industry and submit questions through the eMACS Q&A Board, with bid opening set for April 22, 2025, at 2:00 PM MDT.

The procurement includes specific set-aside and compliance requirements for disadvantaged business enterprises and federal contracting regulations. Bidders must comply with Build America, Buy America (BABA) requirements, mandating that construction materials be manufactured in the United States. The contract is subject to Davis-Bacon Wage Determination, with prevailing wage rates ranging from $27.71 to $92.66 depending on job classification, and a minimum wage of $16.20 per hour for covered workers. Contractors must provide 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to 56 hours annually. Bid security is required for total bids of $150,000 or greater, and bidders must complete various certifications, including nondiscrimination against firearms entities. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the detailed quantities and specifications suggest a significant project scope. Payment terms are set at 0% 0, Net 30, using US Dollars, with potential price reductions or removal and replacement for non-compliant materials or application.