Guardrail Safety Project Lincoln Great Falls Division

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for a Guardrail Safety Project in the Lincoln Great Falls Division, specifically located in Fergus County. The procurement (MDT-313140-RP) seeks comprehensive guardrail installation and replacement services, encompassing multiple line items including mobilization, W-beam/steel post guardrail installation (11,274 linear feet), optional terminal sections (20 each), and complete removal and disposal of existing guardrail. The bid was officially posted on February 12, 2019, with a firm closing date of March 4, 2019, at 3:00 PM MDT. Prospective bidders must be registered with the Montana Secretary of State and the Department of Labor and Industry, and must submit mandatory bid security alongside their proposal. Key submission requirements include compliance with prevailing wage rates, completion of a Dark Money Disclosure form, and meeting various administrative and operational standards. Contractors must demonstrate capability to execute the full scope of work, which involves precise guardrail infrastructure improvements and traffic control management.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified vendors without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must satisfy comprehensive insurance, worker's compensation, and tax obligation requirements to be considered eligible. The payment structure is established at net 30 days, with 0% early payment discount terms. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the available documentation, the project involves substantial infrastructure work across approximately 11,274 linear feet of guardrail installation and replacement. Contractors will be evaluated based on compliance with technical specifications, administrative requirements, and overall bid pricing. The procurement will be managed through the Montana Acquisition & Contracting System (eMACS), with potential for contract negotiations with the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Interested vendors must carefully review all documentation and ensure complete alignment with MDT's technical and administrative standards to be considered for award.