Sanding Material 1-Location Wolf Point Area

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is soliciting bids for sanding material in the Wolf Point Area through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) with solicitation number MDT-316122-RP. The procurement offers two options: Option #1 for 2,025 tons of sanding material and Option #2 for 1,350 cubic yards of sanding material, with a lump sum mobilization component. The project is located at the Malta Section Yard on US-191 South, with work designated to begin after July 1, 2025, and must be completed by September 30, 2025. Contractors must produce sanding material meeting specific gradation and moisture content requirements, including salt blending specifications. The bid requires submission through the eMACS electronic procurement system, with a bid opening date of May 22, 2025, and a closing date of June 18, 2025. Bidders must comply with standard terms and conditions, including bid security requirements for bids over $150,000, and must certify non-discrimination against firearms entities. The primary contact for the solicitation is Richele Parkhurst, reachable at rparkhurst@mt.gov or +1 406-546-8243.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders will be evaluated based on lowest price, with the contract awarded to the most competitive bidder meeting all specified requirements. The material will be priced on a unit cost per ton or cubic yard basis, with potential price adjustments based on material quality and gradation. While no incumbent vendor is specified, contractors must use approved weighing equipment and provide documentation to the Project Manager. The contract includes provisions for quality control, with potential price reductions or material rejection for specifications not meeting required standards. Though a specific budget range is not detailed, the procurement encompasses transportation goods and services under commodity code 5027, with payment terms set at Net 30. Contractors will need to demonstrate capability to produce high-quality sanding material within the specified timeframe and meet all technical and administrative requirements outlined in the solicitation documents.