Procurement Information~55.docx

This procurement information document pertains to a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by the Oregon Water Resources Department (OWRD) for the Lower Umatilla Basin Groundwater Management Area Well Sampling Project. The project requires licensed pump installation specialty contractors, water supply constructors, or monitoring well constructors to remove pumps from approximately 20 domestic wells, allow OWRD staff to perform geophysical surveys, and reinstall the pumps to their original specifications. The primary objective is to collect data on nitrate contamination in aquifers within the Lower Umatilla Basin Groundwater Management Area. Proposals were due by October 14, 2024, with an anticipated contract term ending on June 30, 2025. Qualified proposers must be licensed and in good standing in Oregon to operate a pump services or well construction business.

The procurement emphasizes participation from certified small businesses, including disadvantaged, minority-owned, women-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, and emerging small businesses. Proposers must complete a COBID (Certification Office for Business Inclusion and Diversity) Outreach Plan detailing engagement strategies for certified firms and subcontracting opportunities. Mandatory submissions include a Disclosure Exemption Affidavit, Proposer Information and Certification Sheet, Reference Check Form, and a Responsibility Inquiry document addressing financial resources, performance history, and operational capabilities. Evaluation criteria include technical expertise, references, compliance documentation, and the proposer's ability to meet project requirements. While the specific contract value is not explicitly stated, proposers must submit detailed pricing information and detailed information about organizational structure, past performance, and compliance with state regulatory requirements, including comprehensive documentation of subcontractor relationships and business certifications.