Locate Truck Parking Area Maintenance Miles City Area

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for Locate Truck Parking Area Maintenance in the Miles City Area, specifically for a truck parking area located in Custer County on US-12 at milepost 43.6. The contract, identified as MDT-316069-RP, seeks a caretaker management firm or individual to maintain truck parking facilities from July 1, 2025, through November 30, 2025, with potential renewal options for two additional years. Key service requirements include daily maintenance of vault toilets, grounds, parking lots, and facilities, performed every other day, with specific emphasis on cleaning, servicing, and maintaining the site in a safe, sanitary, and attractive condition. A mandatory site inspection is required for potential bidders, with bid submissions opening on May 15, 2025, at 2:00 PM MDT and closing on June 10, 2025, at 2:00 PM MDT. Contractors must comply with prevailing wage rates, nondiscrimination provisions, and submit all questions through the eMACS Q&A Board. The Montana Department of Transportation will provide supplies such as paper products, garbage bags, cleaning chemicals, and replacement fixtures, while the contractor is responsible for labor, equipment, and daily maintenance tasks.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, but contractors must meet several certification requirements, including a specific certification regarding firearms entity discrimination. Bidders must provide verifications of worker's compensation, prevailing wage standards compliance, and other standard contract terms. While no incumbent vendor is identified, the contract requires the selected contractor to maintain a daily log, wear identification badges, and adhere to professional conduct standards. The contract includes provisions for monthly compensation, with prorated payments possible in cases of partial site closure, and allows for termination if performance standards are not met, including a 24-hour cure period for most deficiencies. Though a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive maintenance requirements and five-month contract term suggest a moderate-value procurement. The primary contact for this bid is Richele Parkhurst, who can be reached at rparkhurst@mt.gov or +1 406-546-8243 for additional information or clarifications.