Stryker Basin Sediment Correction Project

The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) has issued a Limited Solicitation for the Stryker Basin Sediment Delivery Correction Project, located 10 miles north of Olney, Montana. The procurement seeks a qualified contractor to complete comprehensive road maintenance and improvements within the Stryker Basin Watershed, with services to be provided as a lump sum based on a detailed scope of work. Commodity codes for this project include bridge repair, dozer and excavator piling, logging/cutting/thinning, road brushing, road maintenance, and environmental reclamation. The solicitation requires bidders to submit specific documentation including federal tax ID, contact details, and authorized signatory information. The proposal submission deadline is June 26, 2025, at 5:00 PM MDT, with all questions to be submitted through the designated Q&A Board, and direct communication with state staff potentially resulting in bidder disqualification. Procurement Officer Bryant Gauthier can be contacted at bryant.gauthier@mt.gov or (406) 444-6743 for additional information.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Potential bidders must complete vendor registration and review the draft contract terms prior to submission. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project requires comprehensive understanding of forest-related service delivery and environmental restoration techniques. The specific budget range or total project value is not explicitly stated in the available documentation. Interested contractors will need to carefully review the attached solicitation document (1319305-event.pdf) to fully understand the project requirements, technical specifications, and submission protocols. Bidders should be prepared to demonstrate technical capability, environmental management expertise, and compliance with Montana state procurement regulations.