EWEB ITB 23-180-G Tubular Steel Pole Structures

The Eugene Water & Electric Board (EWEB) has issued Invitation to Bid (ITB) 23-180-G for tubular steel pole structures to be used in the Thurston to McKenzie River Crossing Transmission Line project located in Lane County, Oregon. The procurement seeks bids from companies capable of providing tubular steel pole structures in various lengths including 50 ft., 85 ft., 105 ft., 115 ft., 120 ft., 130 ft., and an optional 95 ft. H-Frame structure. Bidders are required to provide comprehensive unit pricing that includes structure base diameter, final weight, and cost per pound. The bid submission deadline is October 10, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. PST, with potential for contract award shortly thereafter. Two addendums have been issued modifying the original solicitation, including provisions for potential milestone payment negotiations and updates to technical specifications. Evaluation criteria appear to focus on technical compliance, pricing, and ability to meet the specific structural requirements for the transmission line project.

The ITB does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation, though the bid form includes a section for Minority, Women, and Emerging Small Business (MWESB) status. No incumbent vendors are mentioned in the documentation. The procurement appears to be open to qualified vendors capable of meeting the technical specifications for tubular steel pole structures. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the comprehensive bid form suggests the project involves a significant infrastructure investment for EWEB's transmission line expansion. The 50 ft. poles will be provided by Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), with EWEB seeking bids for the remaining pole structures. Vendors must demonstrate capability to produce high-quality steel pole structures meeting precise engineering specifications for a critical electrical infrastructure project in Lane County, Oregon.