Sanding Material 1-Location Kalispell Area

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for sanding material in the Kalispell Area, specifically solicitation number MDT-313674-RP. The procurement offers two distinct bidding options: Option #1 encompasses 12,000 tons of sanding material and 667 tons of salt, while Option #2 includes 8,000 cubic yards of sanding material and 667 tons of salt. Vendors must submit sealed bids through the Montana Acquisition & Contracting System (eMACS) by the closing date of May 12, 2020. The procurement is structured as a unit price contract with estimated quantities and includes a mobilization line item. Bidders are required to submit a bid security, complete a Dark Money Declaration form, and adhere to standard state terms and conditions. The contact for this procurement is Richele Parkhurst, who can be reached at rparkhurst@mt.gov or +1 406-657-0274, and interested vendors can submit questions through the eMACS system.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the documentation, the procurement appears to be open to qualified vendors who can meet the technical specifications and requirements. Payment terms are set at 0% 0, Net 30, and the commodity is categorized under code 5027 for Transportation Goods & Services - Sanding Material/Chips. The procurement spans Big Horn County and involves the Montana Department of Transportation, suggesting a broad regional scope. Although the exact budget range is not specified, the procurement involves substantial quantities of sanding material and salt, indicating a potentially significant contract value. The bid documents suggest that vendors must demonstrate capability to deliver the specified materials within the required timeframes and meet all state procurement regulations. Interested vendors should carefully review the full solicitation documents and ensure compliance with all submission requirements to be considered for the contract.