Epoxy Paint Striping Havre Area

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) solicitation number MDT-314089-RP for epoxy paint striping services in the Havre Area. The procurement encompasses specific traffic paint striping requirements, including 5,598 gallons of white 4" stripe, 2,624 gallons of yellow 4" stripe, 4,123 square feet of symbols/words, and 3,189 linear feet of yellow curb marking. Potential bidders must be registered with the Department of Labor and Industry and submit bid security with their proposal. The solicitation was issued on March 31, 2021, with a bid closing date of April 26, 2021, at 2:00 PM MDT. Evaluation criteria implicitly include compliance with federal aid requirements, technical capabilities, and adherence to project specifications. Bidders must demonstrate ability to perform striping work potentially located within the external boundaries of Indian Reservations, specifically the Blackfeet and Ft Belknap Tribes. The project requires strict compliance with numerous regulatory guidelines, including Davis-Bacon Wage Rates and nondiscrimination policies.

The contract opportunity includes specific provisions for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation, with potential set-aside considerations for minority-owned or tribal businesses. Federal aid requirements suggest potential restrictions on bidder qualifications and emphasize opportunities for disadvantaged enterprises. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the solicitation indicates a comprehensive approach to contractor selection that considers local and tribal economic interests. Payment terms are established as Net 30, with transactions conducted in US Dollars. The project does not explicitly state a total contract value, but the detailed quantity specifications suggest a significant scope of work. Contractors must provide proof of worker's compensation, maintain independent contractor status, and comply with complex regulatory requirements. The geographic scope encompasses the Havre Area, with potential work within Indian Reservation boundaries, which may require specialized local knowledge and cultural awareness.