Epoxy Paint Striping Kalispell Area Flathead Reservation

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered MDT-314203-RP for Epoxy Paint Striping services in the Kalispell Area within the Flathead Reservation. The procurement specifically seeks roadway striping services that include 468 gallons of white 4" stripe, 413 gallons of yellow 4" stripe, and 10,396 square feet of symbols/words. Bidders must be registered with the Department of Labor and Industry and comply with federal wage rate requirements. The solicitation was released on June 2, 2021, with bid responses due by June 23, 2021, at 2:00 PM MDT. Contractors will need to demonstrate capability in traffic paint striping services, classified under commodity code 5036, and provide bid security as part of their submission. Key evaluation considerations will likely include compliance with technical specifications, pricing, and adherence to federal and state regulatory requirements.

The contract opportunity includes specific provisions for Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) and Equal Employment Opportunity goals, suggesting potential set-aside or preference considerations for qualifying businesses. The project is located within the external boundaries of an Indian Reservation, which may introduce additional contextual requirements for bidders. Contractors must be prepared to provide detailed information about potential cost adjustments for different grinding levels, though these will not impact the primary project award. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the striping services suggests a moderate-scale infrastructure improvement project. Bidders will be subject to payment terms of 0% 0, Net 30, and must demonstrate full compliance with federal and state regulations governing transportation infrastructure projects.