Lewis and Clark County - Lower D2 Glass Drive Culvert Installation IFB - 2026
Lewis and Clark CountyCounty · Helena, MT- Due
- Oct 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Audra Zacherl
- (406) 447-8035
The 30-second brief
Lewis and Clark County is soliciting competitive bids for the construction of the Lower D2 Glass Drive #1 & 2 Culvert Installation. The project generally consists of the supply and installation of two precast concrete box culverts, including clearing, grubbing, topsoil stripping, road crossing reconstruction, riprap inlet and outlet protection, salvaged topsoil placement, and revegetation in Helena, Montana. Bids are due by October 26, 2026, at 4:00 PM local time and must be delivered to the Lewis and Clark County Commissioner's Office. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for October 14, 2026, at 3:30 PM at the Public Works Noxious Weed District Conference Room. Bidders must provide a bid bond of 10% of the total bid amount, and successful bidders will be required to furnish 100% Performance and Labor and Materials Payment Bonds, plus required insurance. Contractors and subcontractors must be registered with the Montana Department of Labor and Industry and comply with Montana Prevailing Wage Rates for Heavy Construction Services 2026.
Two precast concrete box culverts, Clearing, Grubbing and topsoil stripping, Installation of new precast concrete box culverts and associated road crossing reconstruction, Installation of culvert inlet and outlet protection (riprap), Placement of salvaged topsoil, Revegetation of work areas
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Summary
Lewis and Clark County is soliciting competitive bids for the construction of the Lower D2 Glass Drive #1 & 2 Culvert Installation.
The project generally consists of the supply and installation of two precast concrete box culverts, including clearing, grubbing, topsoil stripping, road crossing reconstruction, riprap inlet and outlet protection, salvaged topsoil placement, and revegetation in Helena, Montana. Bids are due by October 26, 2026, at 4:00 PM local time and must be delivered to the Lewis and Clark County Commissioner's Office. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for October 14, 2026, at 3:30 PM at the Public Works Noxious Weed District Conference Room. Bidders must provide a bid bond of 10% of the total bid amount, and successful bidders will be required to furnish 100% Performance and Labor and Materials Payment Bonds, plus required insurance. Contractors and subcontractors must be registered with the Montana Department of Labor and Industry and comply with Montana Prevailing Wage Rates for Heavy Construction Services 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Two precast concrete box culverts, Clearing, Grubbing and topsoil stripping, Installation of new precast concrete box culverts and associated road crossing reconstruction, Installation of culvert inlet and outlet protection (riprap), Placement of salvaged topsoil, Revegetation of work areas
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Bid bond
- Performance Bond
- Labor and Materials Payment Bond
- Certificate of insurance
- Submit to
- Lewis and Clark County Commissioner's Office, City-County Administrative Building, 316 North Park Avenue, Room 345, Helena, MT
- Scope location
- Helena, MT
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Lewis and Clark County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 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: Lewis and Clark County Commissioner's Office, City-County Administrative Building, 316 North Park Avenue, Room 345, Helena, MT. For questions, contact Audra Zacherl.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Lewis and Clark County 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 IFB 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 Audra Zacherl at (406) 447-8035. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Two precast concrete box culverts, Clearing, Grubbing and topsoil stripping, Installation of new precast concrete box culverts and associated road crossing reconstruction, Installation of culvert inlet and outlet protection (riprap), Placement of salvaged topsoil, Revegetation of work areas. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Lewis and Clark County?
All active and historical solicitations from Lewis and Clark County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Lewis and Clark County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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 bond, Performance Bond, Labor and Materials Payment Bond, certificate of insurance. Review the full document from Lewis and Clark County 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.