Sanding Materials 2-Location Great Falls Area

The Montana Department of Transportation is seeking competitive bids to produce, haul, and stockpile winter‑abrasive sanding material for two designated sites in the Great Falls area. The work includes full‑service production (crushing, screening, moisture control), delivery, and on‑site stockpiling to meet specified gradation and moisture standards. Two pricing options are offered – one based on tonnage and one on cubic yards – with a lump‑sum mobilization charge. Bids must be submitted through the e‑MACS portal by the sealed‑bid deadline. • Option #1: Up to 12,500 tons of sanding material (plus mobilization). • Option #2: Up to 8,333 cubic yards of sanding material (plus mobilization). • Work window: July 1 2026 – December 18 2026; material must be stockpiled within 3 days of delivery. • Quality requirements: specific gradation (5/16‑inch sand) and ≤ 4 % moisture; price adjustments apply for out‑of‑spec samples. • Mandatory certifications: nondiscrimination against firearm entities, bid‑security threshold (10 % if total bid ≥ $150,000), and entity‑type confirmation.