Performance Based Brake Tester (PBBT)

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for a Performance Based Brake Tester (PBBT) under solicitation number MDT-313889-RP. The procurement sought to acquire one Performance Based Brake Tester with a requested delivery date of January 29, 2021. Potential bidders were required to submit questions through the eMACS Q&A Board and comply with Federal Motor Carrier Administration requirements and state contract terms. The solicitation was opened on October 22, 2020, at 8:00 AM MDT and closed on November 5, 2020, at 2:00 PM MST. Detailed specifications were provided, including Performance Based Brake Tester Specifications, Functional Specifications, Site Photos, and Measurements. The procurement focused on transportation equipment, specifically weigh-in-motion and transportation inspection technology. Bidders were expected to meet specific technical requirements and provide a comprehensive solution for brake testing capabilities.

The solicitation did not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract was ultimately awarded to Vehicle Inspection Systems for $95,645.00 USD, with payment terms of Net 30. The procurement utilized commodity codes 5037 (Transportation Goods & Services - Transportation Equipment) and 5040 (Transportation Goods & Services - Weigh-in-Motion Equipment & Accessories). The primary contact for the procurement was Richele Parkhurst, who could be reached at rparkhurst@mt.gov or +1 406-657-0274. Potential bidders were required to complete a Dark Money Disclosure as part of the submission process. The procurement appeared to be a straightforward equipment acquisition with specific technical requirements for a brake testing system to be used by the Montana Department of Transportation.