Sanding Material 3A-Locations Great Falls Area

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is seeking bids for sanding material through Invitation for Bid (IFB) MDT-313278-RP, focusing on the Great Falls Area procurement in Garfield County. The solicitation offers two distinct bidding options: Option #1 includes 10,500 tons of sanding material and 1,166 tons of salt, while Option #2 comprises 7,000 cubic yards of sanding material and 1,166 tons of salt. The bid process opens on May 9, 2019, at 3:00 PM MDT and closes on June 10, 2019, at 3:00 PM MDT, with potential bidders required to submit bid security and comply with specific documentation requirements. Bidders must complete a Dark Money Declaration form, be registered with the Secretary of State, and adhere to nondiscrimination guidelines. Questions must be submitted through the eMACS Q&A Board, with Richele Parkhurst (rparkhurst@mt.gov or +1 406-657-0274) available for assistance. The procurement includes a lump sum mobilization line item, with payment terms of Net 30 and all transactions conducted in US Dollars.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders are advised that the bid quantities are estimated, and careful review of all specifications and terms is recommended. The procurement process allows for potential negotiation of contract language with the lowest bidder, and incomplete documentation may result in disqualification. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the procurement involves significant material quantities suggesting a substantial contract value. The contract appears to be for winter road maintenance materials, indicating a critical infrastructure support role. No incumbent vendors are mentioned in the available documentation, and there are no specific details about existing infrastructure or technology integration requirements. Potential bidders should be prepared to provide high-quality sanding materials that meet the Montana Department of Transportation's specifications for winter road maintenance.