Cascade Hatchery Intake Redesign

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) is seeking professional engineering services for the Cascade Hatchery Intake Redesign project, spanning Hood River County and Canyonville City. The comprehensive project involves designing a new intake screen sized for 20,205 gallons per minute, a modern fishway to enable fish passage over the diversion dam, and potential replacement of the existing diversion dam pending structural evaluation. The Request for Proposals (RFP) requires a detailed submission addressing five key evaluation areas: Cover Letter (5 points), Experience/Key Personnel (30 points), Understanding of Services (25 points), Statement of Work (35 points), and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Values (5 points). Proposals are due by March 20, 2025, at 2:00 PM PST, with a mandatory pre-proposal conference date to be determined. The contract is anticipated to be effective from April 2, 2025, through October 31, 2026, and will be divided into two phases: Phase I (Survey and Design) and Phase II (Construction Consultant). The project is fully funded through a NOAA grant (Award Number NA24NMFX436G0001-T1-01).

The procurement requires strict adherence to the Build America/Buy America Act, mandating that all iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials be produced in the United States. Proposing organizations must demonstrate comprehensive insurance coverage, including professional liability, commercial general liability, automobile liability, and pollution liability. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the DEI values component suggests a commitment to inclusive procurement practices. The successful contractor will need to provide professional engineering expertise with demonstrated experience in hatchery intake design, fish passage infrastructure, and complex water management projects. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed in the documentation, the project is funded through a federal grant, indicating potential for a substantial contract value. The project represents a critical infrastructure improvement for fish habitat and water management in the Oregon region.