Sole Source Determination doc Institute for Applied Ecology.pdf

This is a Sole Source Determination document issued by the Oregon State Marine Board for the Willamette River Boat Salvage/Disposal Project, designating the Institute for Applied Ecology as the sole source provider for this initiative. The project encompasses the removal, salvage, towing, storage, and disposal of 15 derelict and abandoned vessels located in the Portland area, along with associated contents, trash, and rubble. The scope requires detailed project planning including specific salvage methods, flotation techniques, tow routes, haul-out locations, and comprehensive waste disposal strategies that comply with environmental and safety standards. The proposal submission deadline was February 8, 2023, with all work required to be completed by March 31, 2023, unless the Agency granted a written extension. Proposers were required to complete a fillable bidding worksheet detailing removal, storage, and disposal costs for each vessel and provide comprehensive cost breakdowns.

The project prioritizes participation from certified small businesses, including disadvantaged, minority-owned, woman-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, and emerging small businesses. Contractors must maintain specific insurance coverages, including commercial general liability, automobile liability, and pollution liability insurance. The project is funded through ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) Phase 3 resources, indicating federal funding oversight and additional compliance requirements beyond standard state procurement protocols. The evaluation criteria assessed proposal completeness, timeline feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and overall service quality. The maximum compensation for the project was not explicitly stated in the RFP, but proposers were required to provide detailed cost breakdowns per vessel and total project costs.