Rest Area Septic Tank Pumping Billings East

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is soliciting bids for septic tank pumping services at three rest area locations along Interstate 94 and Interstate 90, specifically at Custer, Hardin, and Hysham rest areas. The procurement is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) identified as MDT-314981-RP, released on October 20, 2022, with bid responses due by November 16, 2022, at 2:00 PM MST. The contract period will run from December 1, 2022, through November 30, 2023, with the contractor responsible for pumping septic tanks ranging from 4,500 to 15,000 gallons at various locations. The successful vendor must complete pumping within three working days of notification, performing work between 7:00 am and 3:30 pm, Monday through Thursday, excluding state holidays. Key responsibilities include cleaning and flushing septic tank chambers, properly disposing of waste material at approved locations, restoring site conditions, and securing necessary permits and dumping fees. The contractor must also adhere to all federal, state, and local safety requirements, including erecting appropriate signage and barricades to restrict public access to work areas.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The bid requires standard state contract prerequisites, including compliance with non-discrimination policies and insurance requirements. Potential bidders must complete vendor registration and submit any questions through the eMACS Q&A Board, with Richele Parkhurst serving as the primary contact at rparkhurst@mt.gov or +1 406-546-8243. Payment terms are established at net 30 days, and the commodity is classified under Environmental Services - Septic Services. While specific award values are not detailed in the provided documentation, the contract involves lump sum pricing for pumping services across multiple rest area locations. The procurement is open to qualified vendors capable of meeting the technical specifications and safety requirements outlined in the bid documents, with the MDT seeking a contractor capable of providing reliable and efficient septic tank pumping services for the specified rest areas in the Billings East region.