ESB OR241: MP17. 73 Culvert Replacement

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is seeking a qualified contractor for the ESB OR241: MP17.73 Culvert Replacement project located in Columbia County. This Request for Competitive Quotes (RFCQ) solicits bids for a comprehensive culvert infrastructure improvement project that includes temporary work zone traffic control, constructing temporary water management facilities, removing an existing 24" CMP pipe, and installing a new 96" diameter aluminum culvert pipe. The project's key deliverables include constructing riprap protection, installing culvert drainage markers, implementing erosion and pollution control measures, and completing streambed enhancement. The in-water work window is strictly defined from July 1 to September 15, 2024, with substantial and final completion dates set for September 30, 2024. Bidders must submit their proposals by August 12, 2024, and must include a bid bond for 10% of the total quote amount. Evaluation will focus on responsiveness, contractor qualifications, and lowest bid price, with comprehensive technical specifications detailed in the project documents.

This procurement is exclusively reserved for Emerging Small Business (ESB) contractors certified by the State of Oregon, with a specific requirement that the selected contractor must perform at least 51% of the labor using their own workforce. The estimated contract value is less than $100,000, with preliminary bid results from three contractors ranging between $192,674.80 and $206,400.00. Potential bidders must provide a tax ID number, certificates of insurance, a responsibility inquiry form, and performance and payment bonds. The preliminary bid results indicate competition from Western Construction, LLC, JR Carlon Corp, and Coastal Construction Services. The project involves specific technical requirements including turbidity monitoring, environmental compliance, and adherence to ODOT and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) specifications. Contractors must demonstrate capability in complex infrastructure replacement, water management, and environmental protection techniques specific to culvert installation and streambed restoration.