Hillsboro Bridge Shelter Operator

Washington County Department of Housing Services is requesting proposals for shelter operations at the Hillsboro Bridge Shelter, a non-congregate facility serving up to 60 adult-only households, with proposals due October 1, 2026 and anticipated service commencement in January 2027.

Eligibility is restricted to qualified providers of shelter and transitional housing services listed on Washington County's RFPQ or the Multnomah County 2025 RFPQ results. This prior-qualification requirement is a hard filter.

The scope encompasses full non-congregate shelter operations for adults experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness, including couples and individuals. The facility, located at 622 SE 10th Ave, Hillsboro, Oregon, is a former motel with private rooms and individual bathrooms for each participant, plus laundry facilities, two ADA-compliant rooms, and accessibility to public transportation and area resources. Proposers may supply all necessary services directly or partner with service providers to meet operational requirements. No smoking is permitted on the property.

Operators are expected to ramp up in December 2026 for full-service delivery beginning January 2027. Washington County DHS will initiate contract negotiations with selected suppliers following the RFP process; the contract will be issued directly as a result of this RFP. The County intends to operate the shelter for at least a minimum period to be specified upon contract finalization.

Insurance requirements are substantial: Commercial General Liability $2 million per occurrence / $4 million aggregate; Automobile Liability $1 million combined single limit; Professional Liability $1 million / $2 million; Workers' Compensation per Oregon law with employers' liability $500,000 / $500,000 / $500,000; Cyber Liability $1 million per occurrence; and Physical Abuse and Molestation Insurance $1 million per occurrence. All policies must be primary and non-contributory, with Washington County named as additional insured. Maximum deductibles may not exceed $25,000. Contractors must provide certificates of insurance before work begins and maintain tail coverage extending 36 months beyond contract completion for claims-made policies.

Addendum #2 (Revision) was issued September 16, 2026; proposers must consult the complete addendum for modifications to original RFP terms, service-delivery standards, performance metrics, and staffing qualifications.