Door Control Systems Upgrade

The State of Montana’s Department of Administration is seeking a contractor to upgrade door control systems for Montana Water & Power facilities, including a prison site. Two vendors submitted bids, with base prices ranging from $271 k to $584 k and total potential spend (including all alternates) up to $852 k. The scope covers hardware, wiring, software integration, and optional supplemental items. Key points: • Project ID 2022‑26‑01; bid opening on December 17 2025. • Base bid amounts: $271,256.66 (Advanced Communications Corrections Technology) and $583,700.00 (Consultants & Cabling Group). • Optional alternates add up to an additional $343,731.58 (Advanced) or $268,400.00 (Consultants). • Bid bond required at 10 % of bid amount; four addenda issued. • Architect/Engineer contact: Simonsen Architects (Billings, MT).