Stillwater County - Solicitation for Bids for 3/4" Minus Crushed Gravel - 2026
Stillwater CountyCounty · Stillwater County, MT- Due
- Nov 30, 2026
- 23 days left
- Posted
- Nov 5, 2026
- Primary contact
- Stillwater County Road & Bridge Superintendent
- (406) 322-5335
The 30-second brief
Stillwater County is seeking sealed bids for the purchase of an estimated 20,000 tons of 3/4" crushed gravel for road maintenance and paving use. The work involves supplying crushed stone meeting strict gradation and specification standards, stockpiling separately, and providing truck loading or loader equipment. Bids are due by November 30, 2026, at 4:00 PM and must include a 10% bid bond, proposed contract terms, warranty information, and a non-collusion affidavit. Award will be based on the lowest responsible bid considering price, stockpile location, truck loading availability, and past performance.
Lowest responsible bid, cash flow, contract terms, availability date, vendor location stockpile guarantees, truck loading availability, facilities locations, past experience
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Summary
Stillwater County is seeking sealed bids for the purchase of an estimated 20,000 tons of 3/4" crushed gravel for road maintenance and paving use.
The work involves supplying crushed stone meeting strict gradation and specification standards, stockpiling separately, and providing truck loading or loader equipment. Bids are due by November 30, 2026, at 4:00 PM and must include a 10% bid bond, proposed contract terms, warranty information, and a non-collusion affidavit. Award will be based on the lowest responsible bid considering price, stockpile location, truck loading availability, and past performance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Lowest responsible bid
- Cash flow
- Contract terms
- Availability date
- Vendor location stockpile guarantees
- Truck loading availability
- Facilities locations
- Past experience
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Bid bond
- Proposed contract
- Warranty information
- Affidavit of Non-Collusion
- Completed specification pages
- Signature page
- Submit to
- Stillwater County Clerk & Recorder, PO Box 795, 400 E 3rd Ave N, Columbus, MT 59019
- Scope location
- Columbus, MT
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Stillwater County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 30, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Stillwater County Clerk & Recorder, PO Box 795, 400 E 3rd Ave N, Columbus, MT 59019. For questions, contact Stillwater County Road & Bridge Superintendent.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Stillwater 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 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 Stillwater County Road & Bridge Superintendent at (406) 322-5335. 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 responsible bid, cash flow, contract terms, availability date, vendor location stockpile guarantees, truck loading availability, facilities locations, past experience" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Stillwater County?
All active and historical solicitations from Stillwater County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Stillwater County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 30, 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: bid bond, proposed contract, warranty information, Affidavit of Non-Collusion, completed specification pages, signature page. Review the full document from Stillwater 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: Columbus, MT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.