Headwaters Rest Area Maintenance BozemanArea

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive maintenance services for the Headwaters Rest Area located in Broadwater County on US-287 at milepost 107.36. The procurement is for a 12-month contract period from September 1, 2023, to August 31, 2024, with potential extensions up to seven years. Key deliverables include three daily cleaning and service rounds of restrooms, grounds, and facilities, involving routine maintenance, landscaping, and minor repairs. The contractor will be responsible for maintaining detailed daily logs, wearing identification badges, and adhering to professional conduct standards. The bid was released on September 5, 2023, with a bid opening date of August 21, 2023, at 2:00 PM MDT, and will be conducted through the eMACS electronic procurement platform. Bidders must comply with prevailing wage requirements, worker's compensation regulations, and non-discrimination policies. The solicitation covers comprehensive rest area maintenance services, including cleaning, ground maintenance, and facility upkeep, with MDT providing utilities, major repairs, and necessary supplies.

While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, the contract appears to be open to qualified caretaker management firms or individuals who can meet the specified performance standards. The MDT will provide utilities, major repair services, replacement fixtures, and supplies such as paper products, cleaning chemicals, and garbage bags. Compensation will be prorated based on actual days of service, with potential payment reductions if the rest area is closed. The contract includes provisions for periodic inspections and performance evaluations, with MDT reserving the right to terminate the agreement if service standards are not met. The procurement is accompanied by detailed documentation, including Prevailing Wage Rates for 2023, which provides comprehensive guidelines for compensation and benefits. While no specific budget range is provided, the contract suggests a scope of work that would require a contractor capable of maintaining professional standards and performing consistent, high-quality rest area maintenance services. The potential for contract extensions up to seven years indicates an opportunity for a long-term service relationship with the Montana Department of Transportation.