Scrub Seal Bridger Creek East Billings Area

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered MDT-314653-RP for a Scrub Seal pavement preservation project in the Bridger Creek East Billings Area. The procurement seeks a contractor to perform comprehensive roadway maintenance services, including mobilization, installation of Type 1 Chips across 112,700 square yards, application of 215 tons of Polymer Modified Rejuvenating Emulsion, and full traffic control management. Bidders must be registered with the Department of Labor and Industry prior to contract execution, with potential disqualification for non-compliance. The solicitation was opened on April 7, 2022, with a bid submission deadline of April 26, 2022. Potential bidders are instructed to submit any clarification questions through the eMACS Q&A Board and can contact Richele Parkhurst at rparkhurst@mt.gov or +1 406-546-8243 for additional information. Bid security is required, and contractors must comply with prevailing wage requirements and various state regulations including worker's compensation, diesel fuel usage, and nondiscrimination policies.

The procurement does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders will need to demonstrate compliance with state labor regulations and provide appropriate documentation of their capabilities to perform the specified roadway maintenance services. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the provided documentation, the project involves substantial pavement preservation work spanning approximately 112,700 square yards. Contractors will be expected to provide comprehensive documentation of their qualifications, including proof of registration with the Department of Labor and Industry, demonstrable experience in roadway maintenance, and ability to meet all specified technical and regulatory requirements. The project appears to be a standard competitive bid process open to qualified contractors with appropriate expertise in pavement preservation and highway maintenance techniques, with the primary evaluation criteria likely focusing on technical competence, compliance with specifications, and cost-effectiveness of the proposed approach.