ESB I-5 MP170 NB Fencing Project

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) has issued a Request for Competitive Quotes (RFCQ) for the ESB I-5 MP170 NB Fencing Project, seeking a contractor to remove existing fencing and brush and install 5,500 linear feet of Type 2 Livestock Fencing along Interstate 5 in the northbound direction at mile point 170. The project requires the selected contractor to complete all work by January 31, 2025, with liquidated damages of $600 per calendar day assessed for failure to achieve substantial completion by the specified date. Prospective contractors must be licensed with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board and submit quotes through the OregonBuys eProcurement system by November 5, 2024. The contract specifications detail precise requirements for fence installation, including the use of specific materials such as metal t-posts for line posts and wood posts for corners, as outlined in the RD810 Fences Barbed and Woven Wire specification. Evaluation will focus on selecting the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the contract price based on actual measured quantities and ODOT's available budget.

This procurement is exclusively reserved for Emerging Small Business (ESB) certified contractors as part of Oregon's ESB Assistance Program, effectively limiting competition to businesses meeting specific small business criteria. The set-aside requirement ensures that only ESB-certified firms can participate in the bidding process, with contractors required to provide documentation such as insurance certificates, responsibility inquiry forms, and tax identification information prior to contract award. The preliminary bid results indicate eight bidders submitted proposals, with bid amounts ranging from $27,880 to $138,015. Successful contractors must comply with various state requirements, including maintaining a qualifying drug testing program, having no undisclosed debt to the state, and using only registered subcontractors. The project allows for alternative forms of retainage, such as bonds or securities, and requires contractors to submit a Paid Summary Report after each payment. While the exact budget is not explicitly stated, the bid range suggests a project value between $30,000 and $140,000.