Montana Department of Transportation - Mill Creek Highway Design-Build Project - SSS 569-1(11)6
Montana Transportation Commission | State of MontanaState · Helena, MT- Due
- May 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 15, 2026
The 30-second brief
The Montana Department of Transportation is seeking Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) for the Mill Creek Highway Design-Build project (SSS 569-1(11)6, UPN 10473000) in Anaconda-Deer Lodge County. The scope involves the reconstruction of approximately five miles of Secondary Highway 569 (Mill Creek Highway) from reference post 6.11 to 11.0, including roadway geometrics, bituminous surfacing, 12-foot travel lanes, 1-foot shoulders, centerline rumble strips, pavement markings, signage, guardrail, clear zones, side slopes, hydraulics, culverts, and stormwater infrastructure. The estimated project cost is $12 million to $15 million, with a stipend of $90,000 for unsuccessful short-listed firms. Submissions are due by May 13, 2026, at 11:00 AM local time via the State of Montana File Transfer Service.
Staffing Plan (600 points), Design-Build Experience (300 points), Other Experience (100 points)
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Summary
The Montana Department of Transportation is seeking Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) for the Mill Creek Highway Design-Build project (SSS 569-1(11)6, UPN 10473000) in Anaconda-Deer Lodge County.
The scope involves the reconstruction of approximately five miles of Secondary Highway 569 (Mill Creek Highway) from reference post 6.11 to 11.0, including roadway geometrics, bituminous surfacing, 12-foot travel lanes, 1-foot shoulders, centerline rumble strips, pavement markings, signage, guardrail, clear zones, side slopes, hydraulics, culverts, and stormwater infrastructure. The estimated project cost is $12 million to $15 million, with a stipend of $90,000 for unsuccessful short-listed firms. Submissions are due by May 13, 2026, at 11:00 AM local time via the State of Montana File Transfer Service.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- SOQ transmittal letter
- Letter of Commitment
- Proof of Professional Liability Insurance
- Organization chart
- Staff qualifications summary
- Active/recent Design-Build and similar project lists
- Notarized surety statement of bonding capacity
- Submit to
- https://transfer.mt.gov
- Scope location
- Anaconda-Deer Lodge County, MT
- Reported agency
- Montana Department of Transportation
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Montana Transportation Commission | State of Montana?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 13, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://transfer.mt.gov.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Montana Transportation Commission | State of Montana 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 RFQ 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.
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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: "Staffing Plan (600 points), Design-Build Experience (300 points), Other Experience (100 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: SOQ transmittal letter, Letter of Commitment, proof of Professional Liability Insurance, organization chart, staff qualifications summary, active/recent Design-Build and similar project lists, notariz. Review the full document from Montana Transportation Commission | State of Montana for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Anaconda-Deer Lodge County, MT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.