100706 - Precast Segmental Reinforced Concrete Box Culverts for SW Elwert Road

Washington County, Oregon has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) #100706 for the procurement of precast segmental reinforced concrete box culverts for SW Elwert Road. The project requires the manufacturing, storing, and delivery of two distinct precast split reinforced box culverts: Culvert 1 consists of 80 linear feet of 16' x 9' sections and gaskets, while Culvert 2 comprises 47 linear feet of 9' x 6' sections and gaskets. Contractors must complete shop assembly of adjacent full sections for county inspection prior to shipping and coordinate delivery with the county's roadway contractor. The first culvert must be ready for delivery by July 22, 2024, and the second culvert by August 12, 2024. Bids are due by April 11, 2024, at 2:00 pm, with a bid opening conducted online through Microsoft Teams and contractor selection scheduled for April 15, 2024. The county will evaluate bids based on the lowest responsive, responsible bidder(s), considering compliance with specifications, delivery timelines, and other factors deemed important to the public interest.

The procurement opportunity appears to have no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. Bidders must submit a complete vendor questionnaire and comply with licensing requirements, including registration with the Oregon Secretary of State Business Registry. The estimated contract expense is $325,000, with Washington County reserving the right to award to one or two suppliers based on the best interest of the county. Contractors must adhere to Oregon procurement regulations and provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000/$2,000,000 limits), Automobile Liability Insurance ($1,000,000 combined single limit), and Workers' Compensation Insurance compliant with Oregon Revised Statutes. The contract will follow standard Washington County procurement protocols, with specific emphasis on compliance with state tax laws and maintaining high performance standards. Bidders should be prepared to demonstrate technical capabilities in precast concrete culvert manufacturing and have the capacity to meet precise delivery schedules and engineering specifications.