700206 - Lower Racetrack Creek Restoration Project

The Lower Racetrack Creek Restoration Project, solicitation number JUS-IFB-2027-0329, is an Invitation for Bid issued by the State of Montana Natural Resource Damage Program. The project focuses on environmental restoration at the Walker Property in Deer Lodge, Montana. The scope of work includes a variety of construction services such as stream channel realignment, streambank enhancements, floodplain grading, and the installation of large wood habitat structures. Additionally, the project requires the construction of riparian livestock fencing, a stockwater tank system, a new irrigation diversion, a fish screen with a return pipe, headgates, and willow regeneration exclosures. Bids must be submitted via the eMACS portal by September 10, 2026. A critical requirement for all bidders is the provision of bid security amounting to 10 percent of the total bid items, which can be submitted as a bid bond, cash, certified check, or other approved financial instruments. Bidders must also complete the Information Required of Bidders form, acknowledge compliance with a 1 percent gross receipts tax withholding, and accept the specified terms and conditions. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Meranda Flugge.