Kalispell Armed Forces Reserve Center Snow Clearing

The State of Montana Department of Military Affairs is seeking a contractor to provide snow clearing services for the Kalispell Armed Forces Reserve Center (AFRC) and Field Maintenance Shop (FMS) through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered FMO-IFB-210024RG. The procurement covers up to 20 snow clearing events for each facility, specifically targeting drives, parking areas, and sidewalks during the service delivery period from October 1, 2021, to June 30, 2022. Bidders must submit their proposals electronically through the Montana Acquisition and Contracting System (eMACS) by the closing date of August 6, 2021, at 2:00 PM MDT. To be considered, contractors must provide complete contact information, federal tax ID, DUNS number, and certification of required insurances. The solicitation uses commodity code 2504 for Grounds Maintenance - Snow Removal, with net 30 payment terms, and requires bidders to complete a "Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services Representation" form. Potential bidders can obtain technical assistance from the eMACS help desk at 406-444-2575, and the primary contact for this solicitation is Rebecca Gregg, reachable at rebecca.k.gregg2.naf@mail.mil or +1 406-324-3620.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. While no incumbent vendors are identified in the documentation, the procurement appears to be open to qualified snow clearing contractors capable of servicing government facilities in the Kalispell area. The bid documents do not specify a precise award value or budget range for the snow clearing services. Bidders will need to submit competitive pricing for the potential 20 snow clearing events at each facility, with the understanding that the contract covers the period from October 2021 through June 2022. Contractors should be prepared to demonstrate capability to respond quickly to snow events, maintain clear and safe access to the Armed Forces Reserve Center and Field Maintenance Shop, and comply with all specified insurance and telecommunications equipment representation requirements. Technical capability, responsiveness, and competitive pricing will likely be key factors in vendor selection.