Sanding Material 4-Locations Missoula Area

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered MDT-313673-RP for sanding material across four locations in the Missoula Area. The procurement offers two distinct bidding options: Option #1 encompasses 14,000 tons of sanding material and 748 tons of salt, while Option #2 includes 9,333 cubic yards of sanding material and 748 tons of salt. The solicitation was opened on April 3, 2020, with a closing date of May 11, 2020, and requires bidders to submit bid security and comply with various state requirements, including a Dark Money Disclosure form. Bidders must submit their responses through the Montana Acquisition & Contracting System (eMACS), with payment terms of 0% 0, Net 30. The procurement falls under commodity code 5027, categorized as Transportation Goods & Services - Sanding Material/Chips. Potential vendors must review standard terms and conditions, adhere to nondiscrimination requirements, and follow diesel fuel usage guidelines. The primary point of contact for questions is Richele Parkhurst, who can be reached at rparkhurst@mt.gov.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. While the documentation does not mention incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure requirements, it does emphasize compliance with state procurement protocols. The procurement appears to be open to qualified vendors who can meet the technical specifications and state requirements. Although a precise budget range is not specified, the volume of sanding material (ranging from 9,333 cubic yards to 14,000 tons) suggests a potentially significant contract value. The bid allows for alternates and requires comprehensive documentation, indicating a thorough evaluation process. Vendors should be prepared to demonstrate their capability to provide high-quality sanding material that meets the Montana Department of Transportation's operational needs across the specified Missoula Area locations.