Bid No. 267042 Pressure Tapping Contractor of Record

The State of Oregon is soliciting bids for Bid No. 267042 to establish a Pressure Tapping Contractor of Record agreement, with proposals due by June 2, 2026. This procurement seeks qualified contractors to provide pressure tapping services on an as-needed basis to support the state's water infrastructure operations. The successful contractor(s) will be responsible for delivering pressure tapping services according to specifications outlined in the bid manual, with work performed in compliance with all applicable Oregon Revised Statutes, prevailing wage requirements, safety regulations, and environmental compliance standards. Qualified bidders must demonstrate relevant experience, appropriate licensure, and the ability to maintain comprehensive liability insurance with minimum limits of $2,000,000 per occurrence and $4,000,000 in the aggregate. Contractors must also provide performance and payment bonds equal to the full contract price through sureties meeting specific financial requirements. The evaluation process will assess contractor qualifications, pricing submissions, insurance requirements, and ability to meet performance standards. Interested parties should submit questions and proposals according to the timeline specified in the bid manual, with the posted date of May 15, 2026, allowing bidders approximately eighteen days to prepare and submit their responses.

The bid manual does not explicitly specify set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, or incumbent vendor information within the available summaries; however, the General Conditions document indicates that all contract terms are governed by City of Salem public works standards and Oregon statutory requirements. The Contractor of Record structure allows the state to call upon selected contractors for pressure tapping work throughout the contract term, with pricing and other terms established through this competitive bidding process. Specific information regarding possible award values, budget ranges, set-asides, incumbent contractor status, and current service environment would be detailed within the complete bid manual documents. Contractors should review all contract documents thoroughly to understand financial arrangements, funding mechanisms, and any restrictions on contractor eligibility. The contractual relationship will be governed by the General Conditions outlined in the associated documentation, establishing the state's expectations for insurance coverage, bond requirements, subcontractor approval processes, and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.