Lincoln County Disaster Debris Removal and Disposal Services RFP 2026
Lincoln CountyCounty · Lincoln County, MT- Due
- Jan 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Brent Teske
The 30-second brief
Lincoln County, Montana is soliciting proposals for disaster debris removal and disposal services following a December 2025 flood event. The scope of work includes clearing, separating, loading, hauling, and disposing of eligible debris (vegetative, C&D, white goods, and hazardous limbs/trees) from FEMA-eligible private and commercial properties, county-maintained rights-of-way (ROW), and waterways. The contractor is responsible for securing and permitting Debris Reduction Sites and performing work in accordance with FEMA PA Guide FP-104-009-2. The contract will be awarded on a 120-day basis with potential extensions through June 30, 2026, and three additional two-year options. Proposals are due January 20, 2026, and must include technical and cost components. A 100% performance bond is required prior to the start of work.
Technical Proposal, Cost Proposal, Required Forms (RFP Attachments 2-10)
Contractor’s Experience (25 points), Proposal/Work Plan (30 points), Price (30 points), References (15 points), Interviews (20 points)
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Summary
Lincoln County, Montana is soliciting proposals for disaster debris removal and disposal services following a December 2025 flood event.
The scope of work includes clearing, separating, loading, hauling, and disposing of eligible debris (vegetative, C&D, white goods, and hazardous limbs/trees) from FEMA-eligible private and commercial properties, county-maintained rights-of-way (ROW), and waterways. The contractor is responsible for securing and permitting Debris Reduction Sites and performing work in accordance with FEMA PA Guide FP-104-009-2. The contract will be awarded on a 120-day basis with potential extensions through June 30, 2026, and three additional two-year options. Proposals are due January 20, 2026, and must include technical and cost components. A 100% performance bond is required prior to the start of work.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Technical Proposal
- Cost Proposal
- Required Forms (RFP Attachments 2-10)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Attachment 1: Certification and COST PROPOSAL FORM
- Attachment 2: REFERENCES
- Attachment 3: SUBCONTRACTOR LIST
- Attachment 4: 200.321 Affirmative Steps
- Attachment 5: CONFLICT/NON-CONFLICT OF INTEREST STATEMENT
- Attachment 6: CERTIFICATION REGARDING DEBARMENT SUSPENSION
- Attachment 7: DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE AFFIDAVIT
- Attachment 8: CERTIFICATION REGARDING LOBBYING
- Attachment 9: NON-COLLUSION DECLARATION
- Attachment 10: PERFORMANCE BONDING
- Submit to
- Clerk and Recorder’s Office, 512 California Ave, Libby, MT 59923
- Duration
- 6 months
- Scope location
- Libby, MT
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lincoln County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 20, 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 and Recorder’s Office, 512 California Ave, Libby, MT 59923. For questions, contact Brent Teske.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lincoln 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 RFP 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 Brent Teske. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Technical Proposal, Cost Proposal, Required Forms (RFP Attachments 2-10). 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: "Contractor’s Experience (25 points), Proposal/Work Plan (30 points), Price (30 points), References (15 points), Interviews (20 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lincoln County?
All active and historical solicitations from Lincoln County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Lincoln County 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Attachment 1: Certification and COST PROPOSAL FORM, Attachment 2: REFERENCES, Attachment 3: SUBCONTRACTOR LIST, Attachment 4: 200.321 Affirmative Steps, Attachment 5: CONFLICT/NON-CONFLICT OF INTEREST. Review the full document from Lincoln 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: Libby, MT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.