Locate Truck Parking Maintenance Miles City Area

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for Locate Truck Parking Maintenance in the Miles City Area, specifically targeting rest area maintenance services for an 8-month period from April 1, 2021, to November 30, 2021. The procurement falls under commodity code 0608 for Building Maintenance - Rest Area Maintenance and is primarily focused on Fergus County. A mandatory pre-bid site inspection was required for potential bidders, with the bid released on February 9, 2021, and a closing date of March 2, 2021, at 2:00 PM MST. Bidders must submit their proposals through the eMACS (Montana Acquisition & Contracting System) platform, with Richele Parkhurst serving as the primary contact (rparkhurst@mt.gov or 406-657-0274). The procurement requires compliance with standard terms and conditions, including worker's compensation requirements, prevailing wage regulations, and non-discrimination policies. Payment terms are structured as 0% 0, Net 30, with pricing based on a cost-per-month model for maintenance services.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must meet several contractual requirements, including specific subcontracting rules, comprehensive insurance specifications, and guidelines for independent contractors. The bid requires vendors to review and agree to multiple contractual conditions, though no specific budget range or award value is explicitly stated in the available documentation. Potential bidders must demonstrate the capability to perform maintenance services for rest areas, with an emphasis on meeting all operational and regulatory standards set by the Montana Department of Transportation. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the procurement suggests a standard competitive bidding process where qualified vendors can submit proposals for the maintenance contract. Interested parties are directed to review additional information and resources available on the Vendor Resources website to ensure full compliance with the solicitation requirements.