MSU Bozeman Parking Services Snow Removal

Montana State University – Bozeman is requesting proposals for comprehensive snow removal and ice control services across designated campus locations under RFP MSU-RFP-27-06, with proposals due September 15, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. MDT. Prevailing wage compliance per Montana state requirements is mandatory.

The scope spans four primary service areas: Parking Services Area, Family & Graduate Housing Areas, Parking Garage Top Deck, and Museum of the Rockies. Service is tiered by snowfall intensity from 1"–3" through over 9" accumulation, with line items for materials (sand, deicer, sand/salt mix) and equipment rental with operators (loaders, skid steers, dump trucks, snow blowers). Pricing is based on hourly rates and per-ton material fees. All costs must be fully disclosed; undisclosed costs are deemed non-reimbursable.

Contractors must register and utilize SmartBuyMSU, the university's e-procurement platform powered by Jaggaer, if awarded. W-9 forms, company remittance information, contractor liaison details, and contract signatory information are required submissions. The university reserves the right to investigate contractor financial stability, require references, and assess litigation history. Payment terms are Net 30 days.

Montana HB 356 nondiscrimination compliance regarding firearm entities is mandatory. Contractors must disclose any use of artificial intelligence in proposal development. Questions are due September 1, 2026 via the public Q&A board. Proposals remain sealed until closing.