City of Helena Request for Bid 2026 Fire Hydrant Replacement Project #25-13
City of HelenaCity · Helena, MT- Due
- May 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 7, 2026
- Duration
- 2 months
- Primary contact
- Doug Compton
The 30-second brief
The City of Helena is requesting sealed bids for the 2026 Fire Hydrant Replacement Project No. 25-13. The proposed project consists of replacing approximately 15 fire hydrants throughout the City of Helena while also replacing hydrant services and other utilities, concrete, asphalt, landscaping, and any other materials disturbed during construction. Bidders must provide bid security payable to the City for ten percent (10%) of the total bid amount in the form of a certified check, cashier's check, bank draft, bid bond, or surety bond. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for May 19th, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. in Room 426 of the City-County Building. Bids are due by 2:30 P.M. local time on May 26th, 2026, at the Clerk of Commission office.
Replacement of approximately 15 fire hydrants, Restoration of hydrant services, Concrete, Asphalt, And landscaping.
Lowest responsive and responsible bid that is in the best interest of the City.
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Summary
The City of Helena is requesting sealed bids for the 2026 Fire Hydrant Replacement Project No. 25-13.
The proposed project consists of replacing approximately 15 fire hydrants throughout the City of Helena while also replacing hydrant services and other utilities, concrete, asphalt, landscaping, and any other materials disturbed during construction. Bidders must provide bid security payable to the City for ten percent (10%) of the total bid amount in the form of a certified check, cashier's check, bank draft, bid bond, or surety bond. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for May 19th, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. in Room 426 of the City-County Building. Bids are due by 2:30 P.M. local time on May 26th, 2026, at the Clerk of Commission office.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bid that is in the best interest of the City.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Replacement of approximately 15 fire hydrants
- Restoration of hydrant services
- Concrete
- Asphalt
- Landscaping
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Bid security (10%)
- Performance bond
- Labor and materials payment bond
- Submit to
- Clerk of Commission, City of Helena, 316 North Park Avenue, Helena, Montana 59623
- Scope location
- Helena, MT
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Helena?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 26, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Clerk of Commission, City of Helena, 316 North Park Avenue, Helena, Montana 59623. For questions, contact Doug Compton.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Helena 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 Doug Compton. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Replacement of approximately 15 fire hydrants, Restoration of hydrant services, Concrete, Asphalt, And landscaping.. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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 responsive and responsible bid that is in the best interest of the City." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Helena?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Helena are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Helena regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Bid security (10%), performance bond, labor and materials payment bond. Review the full document from City of Helena for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Helena, MT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.