Truck Bed Gravel Spreader

The State of Montana, Department of Public Health and Human Services, is seeking bids for a truck bed gravel spreader to maintain the safety of the parking lot at the Montana Veterans Home in Columbia Falls, Montana. The spreader must be a hopper-style salt/sand/gravel spreader utilizing an auger or conveyor feed system, compatible with ¾-ton and 1-ton pickup truck beds, and operate using the vehicle’s 12V electrical system. The equipment must be delivered and operational no later than February 13, 2026. The budget for the new spreader is projected to be upwards of $15,000. • The spreader must have a hopper capacity of approximately 1.0 to 2.0 cubic yards. • The spreader must be constructed of non-corrosive materials, such as polyethylene or equivalent. • The spreader must have an in-cab operator control system allowing adjustment of material flow. • The spreader must have a cover or securement to prevent moisture contamination. • The spreader must be capable of spreading dry-flowing materials.