Sanding Material 1-Location Kalispell Area

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) solicitation number MDT-313270-RP for sanding material in the Kalispell Area, located in Ravalli County. The procurement offers two distinct procurement options: Option #1 includes 7,200 tons of sanding material and 800 tons of salt, while Option #2 involves 4,800 cubic yards of sanding material and 800 tons of salt. The bid period opens on May 7, 2019, at 3:00 PM MDT and closes on May 30, 2019, at 3:00 PM MDT, with all bids remaining sealed until the closing time. Potential bidders are required to submit questions through the eMACS Q&A Board and must complete several compliance requirements, including uploading a Bid Security, completing a Dark Money Declaration form, and verifying Montana Secretary of State registration. Evaluation criteria include thorough documentation compliance, with potential disqualification for incomplete submissions, and contractors must adhere to state nondiscrimination policies and diesel fuel usage regulations.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract will be awarded using US Dollars with Net 30 payment terms and includes a lump sum mobilization line item. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, bidders must carefully review all attachments, including the Kalispell Area 1-Location Sanding Material Specifications. The quantities listed are estimated, suggesting potential flexibility in final contract amounts. Although a precise budget range is not specified, the comprehensive requirements and detailed procurement process indicate a structured approach to vendor selection. Contractors must be prepared to meet multiple state regulatory requirements and demonstrate full compliance with all documentation and operational standards outlined in the solicitation.