Sanding Material 1A-Location Butte Area

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered MDT-312817-RP for sanding material in the Butte Area, seeking procurement of two specific types of sanding material: 3/8" and 5/16" aggregate. The solicitation anticipates an estimated quantity of 3,750 tons for each material type, with a comprehensive bid package that includes mobilization line items and specific material specifications. Potential bidders must complete vendor registration through the Montana Acquisition & Contracting System (eMACS) and submit bid security as part of their proposal. The bid was officially opened on April 30, 2018, at 10:30 AM MDT and is scheduled to close on May 22, 2018, at 3:00 PM MDT. All questions from potential bidders must be submitted through the eMACS Q&A Board, and participants are required to review standard terms and conditions, nondiscrimination policies, and other contractual requirements before submission.

The procurement appears to have standard participation requirements, with bidders needing to be registered with the Montana Secretary of State and comply with state-specific regulations, including diesel fuel usage requirements. While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise provisions are explicitly mentioned in the documents, bidders will need to demonstrate compliance with various state procurement guidelines. The payment terms are structured as 0% 0, Net 30, with transactions conducted in US Dollars. Although a precise award value is not specified, the estimated material quantity of 7,500 tons (3,750 tons of each type) suggests a significant procurement opportunity. Vendors will be expected to participate in a preconstruction conference and adhere to all specified material and performance standards outlined in the bid documentation. The solicitation emphasizes that estimated quantities are approximate, encouraging bidders to thoroughly review all attached documents and Q&A entries before submitting their proposals.