City-County of Butte-Silver Bow - Butte-Silver Bow Library Solar Project - 2026
Butte-Silver Bow (balance)County · Butte, MT- Due
- Nov 10, 2026
- 7 days left
- Posted
- Oct 21, 2026
- Primary contact
- Cynthia Sherman
- (406) 497-6433
The 30-second brief
The City-County of Butte-Silver Bow is seeking sealed bids for the Custom Solar Photovoltaic Incentive Project at the Butte-Silver Bow Library. Contractors shall provide all materials and labor, including solar PV panels, mounting brackets and hardware, conduit and wire, an inverter, electrical disconnect, lighting protectors, miscellaneous electrical equipment, and electrical enclosure(s), and integrate the system into the building's electric panel. All installations shall meet current National Electric Code and IEEE 1547-2003 standards. The submission deadline is November 10, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. MST at the Office of the Clerk & Recorder, 155 West Granite Street, Butte, MT 59701. Bids must include a 10% bid bond, a valid Montana Certificate of Construction Registration Number, and a Butte-Silver Bow Business License.
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Summary
The City-County of Butte-Silver Bow is seeking sealed bids for the Custom Solar Photovoltaic Incentive Project at the Butte-Silver Bow Library.
Contractors shall provide all materials and labor, including solar PV panels, mounting brackets and hardware, conduit and wire, an inverter, electrical disconnect, lighting protectors, miscellaneous electrical equipment, and electrical enclosure(s), and integrate the system into the building's electric panel. All installations shall meet current National Electric Code and IEEE 1547-2003 standards. The submission deadline is November 10, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. MST at the Office of the Clerk & Recorder, 155 West Granite Street, Butte, MT 59701. Bids must include a 10% bid bond, a valid Montana Certificate of Construction Registration Number, and a Butte-Silver Bow Business License.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest contract total bid
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- 10% bid bond
- Proposal form
- Montana Certificate of Contractor Registration Number
- Acknowledge receipt of addenda
- Certificate of Insurance Exhibit Y
- Submit to
- Office of the Clerk & Recorder, City-County of Butte-Silver Bow, Second Floor, Room 208, Courthouse Building, 155 West Granite Street, Butte, MT 59701
- Scope location
- Butte, MT
- Reported agency
- City-County of Butte-Silver Bow
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Butte-Silver Bow (balance)?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Office of the Clerk & Recorder, City-County of Butte-Silver Bow, Second Floor, Room 208, Courthouse Building, 155 West Granite Street, Butte, MT 59701. For questions, contact Cynthia Sherman.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Butte-Silver Bow (balance) in MT, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Cynthia Sherman at (406) 497-6433. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest contract total bid" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 10, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: 10% bid bond, proposal form, Montana Certificate of Contractor Registration Number, Acknowledge receipt of addenda, Certificate of Insurance Exhibit Y. Review the full document from Butte-Silver Bow (balance) for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Butte, MT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.