Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV)

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for an Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) under solicitation number MDT-313484-RP. The procurement seeks one (1) Unmanned Surface Vehicle with a specific delivery requirement of March 1, 2020. Potential bidders are mandated to submit comprehensive manufacturers' literature along with their bid proposal and are permitted to submit questions through the eMACS Q&A Board. The solicitation covers multiple commodity codes including GNSS data collection equipment, survey equipment, and transportation equipment. Critical bid parameters include compliance with Standard Terms and Conditions, completion of a Dark Money Declaration form, and various administrative prerequisites. The bid was opened on November 8, 2019, at 7:00 AM MST and closed on November 26, 2019, at 2:00 PM MST, with payment terms established at 0% 0, Net 30. Bidders must complete all mandatory forms and disclosures, understanding that incomplete documentation may result in automatic disqualification.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The procurement is conducted through the Montana Acquisition & Contracting System (eMACS), suggesting a standard competitive bidding process. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the available documentation. The bid does not specify a precise award value or comprehensive budget range, though the procurement is for a single Unmanned Surface Vehicle. Potential bidders will need to carefully review all administrative requirements, particularly the Dark Money Disclosure Template, to ensure full compliance with procurement guidelines. The solicitation appears to be a straightforward procurement of specialized transportation and survey equipment, with a clear emphasis on technical specifications and administrative completeness.