Sanding Material 5-Locations Kalispell Area

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is conducting a solicitation for sanding material across five locations in the Kalispell Area, with this Invitation for Bid (IFB) opened on May 7, 2019, and closed on May 30, 2019. The procurement offers multiple product line items, specifically including mobilization, sanding material, and salt, with estimated quantities ranging from 1,600 to 6,000 cubic yards/tons of sanding material and 167 to 267 tons of salt. Bidders are required to submit their proposals through the eMACS system and must provide bid security, comply with Montana Secretary of State registration requirements, and adhere to nondiscrimination guidelines. The primary contact for this procurement is Richele Parkhurst, who can be reached at rparkhurst@mt.gov or +1 406-657-0274, and potential bidders are instructed to submit any questions through the eMACS Q&A Board. Vendors must carefully review all attachments and specifications before submitting their bid, and payment terms are established at 0% with a net 30-day timeline.

The solicitation includes a Dark Money Declaration form as part of the bid requirements, suggesting potential restrictions on vendor eligibility. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, vendors must demonstrate compliance with state regulations and complete various mandatory forms. The procurement appears to be open to qualified vendors who can meet the technical specifications and administrative requirements. Payment will be processed with standard net 30-day terms, though specific budget ranges or total contract values are not clearly specified in the available documentation. Bidders must register with the Montana Secretary of State and complete all required compliance documentation, including nondiscrimination attestations and the Dark Money Declaration. The procurement appears to be a standard competitive bidding process for sanding materials, with a focus on ensuring vendor qualifications and regulatory compliance.