Opportunity
Montana eMacs #DNRC-RFQ-2026-1245BG
Engineering Design Services for Dam Gate Tower Safety Upgrades (Montana DNRC)
Posted
May 01, 2026
Respond By
May 29, 2026
Identifier
DNRC-RFQ-2026-1245BG
NAICS
541330
This opportunity from the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) seeks engineering design services for dam gate tower safety improvements at two state-owned dams. - Government Buyer: - State of Montana, Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) - Products/Services Requested: - Professional engineering design services for safety upgrades to gate towers at North Fork of Smith Dam and Nevada Creek Dam - Evaluation and redesign for: - Ladder safety - Fall protection - Personnel retrieval systems - Electric and lighting installation - Delivery of updated plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with current OSHA standards for workplace safety - Expertise in dam safety and critical infrastructure engineering - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Locations: - North Fork of Smith Dam - Nevada Creek Dam - No product part numbers or quantities are specified, as this is a professional services solicitation.
Description
The Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) is seeking Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) proposals from professional engineering firms qualified to perform engineering design for the construction of gate tower safety improvements at North Fork of Smith Dam and Nevada Creek Dam, both owned by the DNRC. The consultant's work will consist of evaluating an existing design for ladder safety, fall protection, personnel retrieval capabilities, and electric/lighting installation with the gate tower to comply with current OSHA standards. The project includes designing and providing updated plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) for the improvements at the site. Communication with State staff is restricted to the procurement officer until an award is made.