Durable Striping Services

Marion County, Oregon, issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for Durable Striping Services, seeking a contractor to perform road striping and traffic control work on various county roadways, including Brooklake Road NE, Ehlen Road NE, and the 45th Avenue NE/Herrin Road NE intersection. The procurement involves comprehensive pavement marking services, including stripe removal, temporary traffic control, installation of pavement markers, and application of extruded methyl methacrylate pavement markings. Key deliverables include precise road striping using specialized materials and techniques, with specific requirements for traffic management and safety protocols. Bidders were required to submit mandatory documentation, including bid schedules, bid certifications, bid bonds, and drug and alcohol testing policy certifications. The solicitation specified a bid submission deadline of June 7, 2022, at 2:00 PM, with a contract completion date of October 31, 2022. Evaluation criteria focused on unit pricing, compliance with specifications, and ability to meet project requirements, with particular attention to technical capabilities and adherence to Oregon prevailing wage laws.

The contract did not indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. The procurement was locally funded and open to qualified contractors capable of meeting Marion County's technical and operational requirements. The contract was ultimately awarded to Specialized Pavement Marking Inc. with a total contract value of $95,930.25, representing the full scope of work across the specified project locations. Notably, the contract includes provisions for potential expansion, allowing for up to a 25% increase to accommodate additional work. Contractors were required to obtain specific endorsements, including a Union Pacific Railroad Contractor's Endorsement, with the county reimbursing up to $1,025 for this endorsement and up to $1,300 for railroad flagging services. Additional requirements included providing performance and payment bonds, workers' compensation coverage, and meeting specified insurance standards. The contract represents a comprehensive road infrastructure improvement initiative focusing on enhancing traffic safety and road markings within Marion County.