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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTerrain Inc - Request for Qualifications (RFQ) Contractors – all trades and services – parks and recreation department 8_27_2026From:Webster Rhodes To:Bozeman Procurement Subject:[EXTERNAL]Request for Qualifications (RFQ) Contractors – all trades and services – parks and recreation department / Terrain Inc / 8/27/2026 Date:Thursday, August 27, 2026 12:09:01 PM Attachments:ATT00001.png Terrain Inc - Statement of Qualifications for City of Bozeman Parks & Recreation (1).pdf CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Please let me know if you need anything else. -- W e b s t e r R h o d e s Estimator p: 406.536.1706 e: estimator@terrainmt.com w: terrainmt.com 2545 Spain Bridge Rd, Belgrade MT, 59714 Term Contract for General & Specialty Trade Contractors City of Bozeman Parks and Recreation Department Firm Background Company History & Stability Terrain, Inc. is a locally owned and operated excavation, sitework, and landscaping contractor based in Belgrade, Montana. Our firm represents the strategic unification of K2 Ventures, Morrison Design & Landscaping, and Bozeman Excavation Septic & Trucking. By combining these entities, we provide the City of Bozeman with decades of collective industry experience and a diversified service portfolio capable of addressing the full scope of municipal park needs. We have been in continuous operation for over eight years, maintaining a reputation for reliability, technical precision, and professional communication. Financial & Bonding Capacity Terrain Inc. maintains high financial stability and robust bonding capacity. Our annual business volume and modern, well-maintained fleet of heavy equipment demonstrate our capacity to manage multiple concurrent municipal tasks without resource strain. Special Capabilities Our firm is uniquely positioned to support the Parks and Recreation Department due to our expertise in heavy excavation, small excavation, and high-end landscape finish work. We specialize in solving complex earthmoving challenges, ADA-compliant accessibility improvements, resource restoration and open space improvements and maintenance. Manager Qualifications Terrain Inc. has proudly served the City of Bozeman for the past five years, fostering deep integration with City personnel and processes. This extensive experience has given us an intimate understanding of the City’s specific needs and the nuanced interworking required to successfully execute municipal projects. By leveraging this established partnership, we ensure seamless communication and efficient delivery on every project we undertake for the City. Comprehensive Services & Capabilities Terrain Inc. is prepared to offer a one-stop solution for the Parks, Recreation, Aquatics, Cemetery, and Forestry divisions. Our core services include: Site Work ● Excavation, Dirt Work, and Grade Work ● Utilities Installation (Plumbing, Electrical Work) ● Demolition and RR Install Prep ● Asphalt Paving, Prep, Repair, and Chip Sealing ● Parking Lot Construction ● Concrete Flatwork, Curb and Gutter, and Concrete Walls ● Retaining Walls and Masonry Parks, Trails & Infrastructure ● Park Creation and Maintenance ● Trail Building, Maintenance, and Improvements ● Playground Construction and Maintenance ● Bridge Construction and Replacement ● Shelter Construction/Replacement and Vault Toilet Installation ● Fence Installation Landscaping & Environmental ● General Landscaping and Lawn Care ● Irrigation Installation and Repair ● SWPPP Installation and Maintenance ● Weed Control and Wood Chip Replacement/Replenishment ● Retention Pond Maintenance Maintenance & Specialty Services ● Snow Plowing, Snow Removal, and Sidewalk Snow Removal ● Ice Mitigation ● General Contracting and Design Build Relevant Project Experience Recent & Current Work for the City of Bozeman Terrain Inc. has an extensive history of successful project delivery for various City departments. ● Veterans Memorial at Sunset Hills Cemetery: Excavation, concrete walls, masonry, and fencing for two columbariums. ● Bozeman Pond Improvements: Installation of four sand volleyball pits and excavation/backfill for new vault toilets. ● Rose Park Renovations: Diverse scope including pavilion construction, trail building, and irrigation installation. ● 19th Ave Shared Use Pathway: Installation of a 10-foot wide asphalt pathway and general regrading. ● Durston Pedestrian Crosswalk: Construction of a pedestrian refuge island involving traffic control and concrete flatwork. ● Traditions Park Trail System: Comprehensive installation of trail fines and irrigation relocation. ● Westlake Park: Irrigation and landscape installation. ● Lindley Park (Phase 1 and 2): Retaining wall installation, trail improvements, and plant installation. ● Farmers Market Trail Improvement: New trail installation. ● Veterans Memorial Phase 2: Retaining wall construction, landscaping, general site work, and concrete installation. Additional Regional Experience ● Vaquero Parkway Path Widening: Partnered with GVLT and the City for shared-use path upgrades and pedestrian safety improvements. ● Sunset Hills Trail system: Installation of over 2 miles of new trail and maintenance of existing trail. This project involved 3 different types of trail resurfacing. Firm Workload & Project Management Present & Projected Workloads Terrain Inc. currently manages a steady portfolio of general excavation, landscape development, and park infrastructure projects. We maintain dedicated capacity specifically for municipal term contracts, ensuring that key personnel and equipment are available for emergency repairs or scheduled park improvements. Our fleet redundancy—including multiple excavators, loaders, and support trucks—guarantees that we can respond quickly even during peak seasonal demand. Central to this reliability is our unique, proactive scheduling process, which allows us to forecast needs and strategically allocate resources in advance. This approach ensures that we always have the necessary personnel and equipment available to meet the specific and evolving requirements of the Parks and Recreation department on time and on budget. Budget & Schedule Adherence We utilize a systematic approach to mobilization and site preparation to ensure projects are delivered on time. Our onsite foremen and superintendents provide daily communication and progress reports, allowing for real-time adjustments to meet tight deadlines. We have a proven record of completing projects, within strict performance windows. Project Management & Operational Oversight Terrain Inc. operates with a fully integrated management structure, where dedicated personnel are assigned to every phase of the project lifecycle. From initial planning and scheduling to estimating and billing, our leadership team ensures accountability and precision at every step. By defining clear operational "lanes" for our executive team and leveraging a standardized Sales-to-Billing workflow, we guarantee that all project elements—including logistics, financial tracking, and on-site execution—are managed and consistently delivered to the highest standards. Contractor's Representative Danny Kappes, President / CEO, will serve as the primary Contractor's Representative and official point of contact for all communications regarding this agreement. Equipment List ● 2023 CAT 920 Wheel Loader ● 2016 Case 521F loader ● 2019 John Deere 544 loader ● CAT 926 wheel Loader ● 2024 John Deere 544p ● 2009 Case Loader 521 ● 2004 Case Loader 621-D ● 2008 CAT 140m Road Grader ● Bobcat S570 Skid Steer ● Bobcat S-570 Skid Steer ● Bobcat S-650 Skid Steer ● Bobcat T650 Skid Steer ● Bobcat T650 Skid Steer ● 2023 Bobcat Toolcat ● Bobcat Toolcat ● CAT 306 Excavator ● CAT 304 Excavator ● 2015 GMC 2500 Plow Truck ● 2024 GMC 3500 Plow Truck ● 2024 GMC 3500 Plow Truck ● 2018 Chevy 2500 Plow Truck ● 2022 Chevy 3500 Plow Truck ● 2024 Chevy 2500 Plow Truck ● 2021 Chevy 2500 Plow Truck ● 2008 Peterbilt Dumptruck ● 2008 Peterbilt Dumptruck ● 2015 Freightliner ● 2015 Freightliner PRICING LIST Terrain, Inc. is pleased to provide the following competitive hourly rates for labor, equipment, and services under the Term Contract for General & Specialty Trade Contractors. LABOR / EQUIPMENT HOURLY RATE Labor $82.50 Trucking $165.00 Skid Steer $123.75 Toolcat $123.75 Dingo $123.75 Mini Excavator $131.25 Large Excavator $165.00 Loader $180.00 Dozer $150.00 Road Grader $225.00 Note: All rates are hourly and subject to City of Bozeman Terms and Conditions. TERRAIN INC.Pricing Schedule Claims History & References Liquidated Damages Statement Terrain, Inc. has not been assessed or paid liquidated damages for any project under a contract with a public owner within the last ten (10) years. References Project Name Client / Organization Contact Person Phone / Email Sunset Hills / Veterans City of Bozeman Shane Suber 406-579-6331 / TWhite@bozeman.net Bozeman Pond / Rose Park City of Bozeman Parks Addi Jadin 406-582-2908 / AJadin@bozeman.net Vaquero Parkway / Trails GVLT Matt Parsons 406-920-4503 / matt@gvlt.org 19th Ave Pathway City Transportation Taylor Lonsdale tlonsdale@bozeman.net Morning Star Elementary Bozeman Schools Matt Stark 406-522-4879 / matthew.stark@bsd7.org Authorized Signature I, the undersigned, certify that I am an officer of Terrain, Inc. and that the information provided herein is an accurate representation of our firm's qualifications and capacity. Signature: Name:Danny Kappes Title:President / CEO Compliance and Affirmations Terrain, Inc. affirms it is in full compliance with the Workers' Compensation Act (Title 39, Chapter 71, MCA), the Occupational Disease Act, and all applicable OSHA and Montana Safety Act (Title 50, Chapter 71, MCA) requirements. We are committed to maintaining a safe work environment, providing continuous training for all personnel, and adhering strictly to all DOT drug and alcohol regulations. Furthermore, Terrain, Inc. acknowledges the City's policy on Generative AI and commits to full transparency regarding its use and strict adherence to data privacy and copyright standards. Attachment A NONDISCRIMINATION AND EQUAL PAY AFFIRMATION ____________________________________(name of entity submitting) hereby affirms it will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, or because of actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity or disability and acknowledges and understands the eventual contract will contain a provision prohibiting discrimination as described above and this prohibition on discrimination shall apply to the hiring and treatments or proposer’s employees and to all subcontracts. In addition, ____________________________________(name of entity submitting) hereby affirms it will abide by the Equal Pay Act of 1963 and Section 39-3-104, MCA (the Montana Equal Pay Act), and has visited the State of Montana Equal Pay for Equal Work “best practices” website, https://equalpay.mt.gov/BestPractices/Employers, or equivalent “best practices publication and has read the material. ______________________________________ Name and title of person authorized to sign on behalf of submitter Terrain Inc Terrain Inc