Trust Lands NWLO Call When Needed

The Montana Department of Natural Resource and Conservation is issuing an Invitation for Bid for heavy equipment and other services to be provided on a call-when-needed basis. The contract covers a 24-month term from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2028. The scope of work includes the construction of fire lines, support for prescribed burns, watershed restoration, and the maintenance of physical facilities and roads. Additionally, the contract may involve occasional construction, reconstruction, brush piling, and scarification projects. Performance areas are identified across several units, including Kalispell, Libby, Plains, Stillwater, and Swan. Bidders must submit a completed bid sheet found in the buyer attachments, as pricing is not entered directly into the solicitation form. The award will be based on the lowest responsive and responsible bid. Contractors are required to maintain specific workers compensation and insurance standards throughout the contract period. All communications regarding this procurement must be directed to the procurement officer, Bryant Gauthier, primarily via email.