In-Laid Tape and Epoxy Paint Striping Missoula Area

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is soliciting bids for an In-Laid Tape and Epoxy Paint Striping project in the Missoula Area, specifically along Reserve Street from Brooks to Interstate, covering 0-5.36 miles. The procurement involves two primary line items: 4,000 square feet of white in-laid tape symbols/words using 3M Stamark Tape and 4,088 square feet of white epoxy paint for stop bars and crosswalks. Contractors must perform night work between 8 PM and 6 AM, with the contract period running from July 1, 2024, to August 31, 2024. Mandatory requirements include surface preparation, grinding, and precise application of markings with specific material specifications, such as 20 mil (+/- 2 mil) epoxy thickness and 25 lbs/gallon of glass beads. Bidders must submit through the eMACS system by June 24, 2024, at 2:00 PM MDT, and must be registered with the Department of Labor and Industry. The project is federally funded and requires compliance with Build America, Buy America (BABA) regulations, mandating that construction materials be manufactured in the United States.

The contract opportunity appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, but bidders must meet several qualification requirements. Contractors must provide bid security of 10% of the total bid for projects over $150,000, possess a contractor registration number, and comply with nondiscrimination policies. Traffic control requirements are stringent, including the use of shadow vehicles, arrow boards, and certified flaggers, with all associated costs to be included in unit pricing. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the project will be priced based on unit prices for square feet of markings, with potential price reductions for materials not meeting exact specifications. The contract contact is Richele Parkhurst, reachable at rparkhurst@mt.gov or +1 406-546-8243, who can provide additional details about the procurement. Payment terms are set at 0% with Net 30 conditions, and the commodity code for the project is 5036 (Transportation Goods & Services - Traffic Paint Striping Services).