Guardrail Materials

Washington County, Oregon is seeking sealed bids for a three-year requirements contract for Guardrail and Hardware Materials through its Department of Land Use and Transportation. The procurement, identified as Bid No. 2022.119-ITQ, involves supplying 26 line items of guardrail and related hardware materials to be delivered to the Walnut Street Operations yard in Hillsboro. Specific materials include standard and specialized guardrail panels, various bolts, nuts, washers, end treatments, wood and steel posts, and breakaway systems. The bid requires vendors to quote unit prices for all items, with quantities serving as estimates that may fluctuate based on the county's actual needs. Sealed electronic proposals are due by May 6, 2022, at 1:00 pm, with a contract start date of May 20, 2022. The county will evaluate bids based on total quote price and reserves the right to reject any or all submissions. Bidders must comply with Oregon state procurement regulations and include pricing that accommodates potential market fluctuations through escalation/de-escalation language.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Potential bidders must meet comprehensive insurance requirements, including Commercial General Liability, Automobile Liability, Professional Liability, and Workers' Compensation, with specific minimum coverage limits. The contract is estimated at $150,000.00 over its three-year term, with maximum deductible/retention set at $25,000. Vendors must provide insurance certificates before commencing work and maintain primary non-contributory coverage, with Washington County named as an additional insured. Subcontractors will be required to maintain identical insurance coverage unless expressly modified by the county. The contract includes provisions for extended reporting coverage for claims-made policies for thirty-six months following completion. Bidders must also demonstrate tax compliance, appropriate business registration, and adherence to all legal and administrative requirements specified in the county's procurement documents.