Scrub Seal Lone Mountain Ranch West Bozeman Area

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for a Scrub Seal project (MDT-316172-RP) located in the Lone Mountain Ranch West Bozeman Area along Montana Route 64. The procurement involves highway maintenance and pavement preservation services, specifically covering approximately 5.20 miles from Milepost 3.80 to 9.00, with an estimated 84,000 square yards of work. Key deliverables include applying 155 tons of Polymer Modified Rejuvenating Emulsion (PMRE) at an application rate of 0.44 gallons per square yard and Type 1 chips at 25 pounds per square yard. The project requires contractors to provide all necessary labor, equipment, materials, and traffic control, with a completion deadline of August 30, 2025. Bidders must be registered with the Department of Labor and Industry and submit their proposals through the eMACS system by July 31, 2025, at 2:00 PM MDT. The solicitation requires a bid security of 10% for total bids of $150,000 or greater, and bidders can submit questions through the eMACS Q&A Board or contact Richele Parkhurst at rparkhurst@mt.gov.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned in the procurement documents. The project allows for potential additional work within 20 miles of the project center, with MDT reserving the right to adjust quantities. Contractors must comply with prevailing wage rates as detailed in the Montana Prevailing Wage Rates for Highway Construction Services, which mandates minimum wages and benefits for public works contracts exceeding $25,000. While no incumbent vendors are listed, the solicitation includes specific requirements for material handling, air quality compliance, and work scheduling. Contractors must obtain necessary permits, maintain air quality standards, and complete the scrub seal within two continuous working days. Liquidated damages will be applied for project delays. Although a precise award value is not specified, the project involves significant materials and labor, with estimated quantities of 84,000 square yards of Type 1 Chips and 155 tons of Polymer Modified Rejuvenating Emulsion, suggesting a substantial budget for the highway maintenance project.