Elevator Modernization Construction, for 7 elevators at 5 different sites

The City of Portland, Oregon is requesting bids for elevator modernization across five municipal facilities under ITB 00002676, with bids originally due January 5, 2026 and extended to January 23, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. local time. The scope comprises modernization of seven elevators: three geared traction passenger elevators at the 1900 Building, one hydraulic elevator each at East Precinct, North Precinct, and Portland Communication Center as base bid, with one hydraulic elevator at St. John's Building as Alternate 1 and an expedited schedule option as Alternate 2 for Portland Communication Center.

All work must comply with ASME A17.1, ASME A17.3, NFPA 70, ICC/ANSI A117.1, Oregon codes, and ADA requirements. The contractor must hold a minimum of 10 years' elevator modernization experience and employ mechanics with at least 5 years' experience in elevator modernization. Personnel requiring access to North Precinct and East Precinct facilities must pass Portland Police Bureau background checks; Portland Communications Center may require additional wants and warrants clearance. The City's Project Manager is Becca VandeWalle.

The City received three responsive bids on January 23, 2026: KONE, Inc. ($1,507,960), Otis Elevator Company ($1,543,539), and ThyssenKrupp Elevator ($1,520,352). KONE, Inc. was identified as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder in the Notice of Intent to Award dated February 3, 2026, with award final seven calendar days after that date. Award covers the base bid only; Alternates 1 and 2 will not be awarded at this time.

Liquidated damages of $955.08 to $1,161.08 per day apply for completion delays depending on site. The contractor must provide a 10% bid bond, performance and payment bonds equal to 100% of contract sum, comprehensive general liability and automobile insurance of $2 million per occurrence, and one year of free maintenance following final acceptance. Prevailing wage rates apply per Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries effective July 5, 2025 with amendments dated October 5, 2025. Payment terms are Net 30 days via electronic funds transfer. Bid irrevocability required for 60 calendar days after opening.