Sanding Material 2-Locations Kalispell Area

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is seeking a vendor to provide sanding material for two specific locations in the Kalispell area: Columbia Falls Heights Stockpile and Whitefish Stockpile. The procurement offers two bidding options: Option #1 for 7,500 tons of Sanding Material - PM10 and Option #2 for 5,000 cubic yards of Sanding Material - PM10. Contractors must submit bids through the eMACS system by June 18, 2025, at 2:00 PM MDT, with the solicitation number MDT-316124-RP. The material must meet specific PM10 Nonattainment Area gradation requirements and environmental standards, with work to be completed between July 1, 2025, and October 31, 2025. Key requirements include maintaining no more than 4% moisture content, using Clear Roads Qualified Product List salt blending products, and participating in a mandatory preconstruction conference at least 5 days before work commencement. Bidders must provide bid security of 10% of the total bid for proposals exceeding $150,000 and certify nondiscrimination against firearms entities/trade associations.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract will use US Dollars with payment terms of 0% 0, Net 30, and falls under the commodity code 5027 for Transportation Goods & Services - Sanding Material/Chips. Contractors will be evaluated based on their ability to meet detailed material specifications, with potential price adjustments for samples falling outside standard specifications. The contract contact is Richele Parkhurst (rparkhurst@mt.gov, +1 406-546-8243), who can provide additional information about the procurement. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the procurement involves two location options totaling up to 7,500 tons or 5,000 cubic yards of sanding material. The MDT will conduct random sampling and testing, with contractors responsible for quality control throughout the production process. A preconstruction conference will cover critical project management aspects, including permits, work schedules, and specification details.