Epoxy Paint Striping Missoula Area

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is seeking a contractor for an epoxy paint striping project in the Missoula Area, solicitation number MDT-316045-RP. The procurement involves applying pavement markings along I-90 between Clinton and Phosphate, covering approximately 129.84 miles of roadway. Specific deliverables include 2,825 gallons of white 4" stripe, 2,102 gallons of yellow 4" stripe, and 2,498 square feet of symbols/words. The project requires precise surface preparation, grinding, and application of epoxy markings with specific technical specifications for paint and glass beads. Contractors must comply with Build America, Buy America (BABA) regulations, ensuring all construction materials are manufactured in the United States. The bid is open from 4/22/2025 to 5/15/2025, with sealed bids due by 2:00 PM MDT on 5/15/2025. Contractors must be registered with the Montana Department of Labor and Industry and meet various certification requirements.

Potential bidders must submit bids through the eMACS electronic platform and provide a bid security of 10% for contracts over $150,000. The project will be federally funded and subject to Davis-Bacon Wage Rates, with hourly wages ranging from $27.71 to $92.66 depending on job classification. While no specific set-aside designations were mentioned, contractors must comply with nondiscrimination requirements. The project is scheduled to begin after July 1, 2025, and must be completed by August 29, 2025. Pricing will be based on unit prices for gallons of stripe and square feet of symbols, with potential price reductions for materials not meeting specified standards. Contractors will be responsible for traffic control, surface preparation, and adhering to all technical specifications. Payment terms are set at net 30 days, and the contract allows for potential adjustments based on quantity changes.