Snow Clearing Services for Fort Harrison Facilities

The State of Montana Department of Military Affairs is soliciting bids for snow clearing services at Fort Harrison, specifically targeting the Helena Armed Forces Reserve Center (HAFRC Building 1900) and Regional Training Institutes (RTI) Buildings 401 and 402. This Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered FMO-IFB-240093 seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive snow removal services including parking lot and driving lane clearing, drift removal, and storage removal. A mandatory pre-bid walk-through is required, with only vendors who attend being eligible to submit bids. The contract will run from October 1, 2023, to September 30, 2024, with all-inclusive pricing per service event. Vendors must complete a Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services Representation form and provide their Federal Tax ID. The bid allows for optional services such as sand, de-icer, and salt application, with the ability to enter $0.00 for unused materials. Potential bidders are encouraged to use the Q&A Board for clarifications, with the state reserving the right to address non-material requests during contract negotiation.

The solicitation requires compliance with Montana Prevailing Wage Rate Requirements for Non-Construction, suggesting potential restrictions on labor practices. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the bid appears open to qualified vendors who can meet the technical and logistical requirements. Payment terms are established at Net 30 in US Dollars, indicating standard government procurement payment protocols. The bid documents do not specify an exact budget range or maximum contract value, but the comprehensive nature of the snow clearing services suggests a potentially significant annual contract value for the selected vendor. Interested contractors must carefully review all attachments specific to the HAFRC and RTI locations, demonstrating the need for precise local knowledge and appropriate snow removal equipment. The mandatory pre-bid walk-through underscores the importance of site-specific understanding and preparation for potential bidders.