700205 - Racetrack Wetland Restoration Project

The State of Montana Natural Resource Damage Program (NRDP) is seeking a qualified contractor to execute the Racetrack Wetland Restoration Project, a 20‑acre wetland and riparian enhancement on DNRC‑owned land adjacent to the Clark Fork River. The work includes site preparation, de‑watering, grading, installation of brush‑check dams and large woody‑debris structures, and associated erosion‑control measures, all performed under strict environmental permits. • Scope: riparian livestock fencing, stock‑water system, new irrigation diversion, fish screen, streambank enhancements, stream channel realignment, dewatering, grading, brush‑check dams (~27 units), large wood placement (~45 units). • Mandatory pre‑bid conference & walk‑through on 11 Sep 2026; attendance required. • Bid security of 10 % of the total bid, performance & payment bonds at 100 % of contract value, 1 % gross‑receipts tax withholding, prevailing‑wage compliance, and a 30‑day contract period beginning after the Notice to Proceed (earliest start 15 Nov 2026, final completion by 15 May 2027). • Submission deadline 5 Oct 2026 3 PM MT via eMACS; all required forms, submittals, and bonds must be uploaded.