I-84 Moffett Creek Geotechnical Drilling

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is seeking geotechnical investigation services for the I-84 Moffett Creek Bridge replacement project located in Cascade Locks, Oregon. The procurement is being conducted through a Request for Competitive Quotes (RFCQ) process, specifically solicitation number S-73000-00014789, with quotes due by September 26, 2025. The project requires drilling up to eleven geotechnical borings using techniques including hollow stem auger, mud rotary, and rock coring to explore subsurface conditions along the interstate highway and Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail. Key deliverables include installing vibrating wire piezometers in four borings, slope inclinometer casing in two borings, and collecting undisturbed soil samples. The contractor must provide all necessary equipment, labor, machinery, supplies, and materials, with a substantial completion date of November 15, 2025, and a final completion date of November 30, 2025. Evaluation will focus on the lowest responsible offeror who complies with all requirements, with bidders required to submit a Competitive Quote Form containing offeror information, project references, and pricing details.

The contract includes provisions supporting disadvantaged business enterprises, specifically encouraging participation from minority-owned, woman-owned, and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, mandating Workers' Compensation, Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence, $2,000,000 aggregate), and Commercial Automobile Liability ($1,000,000 combined single limit). Contractors must be registered to do business in Oregon and will be required to provide performance and payment bonds. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the bid pricing form includes 13 line items covering administrative services, mobilization, traffic protection, drilling services, sample collection, instrument installation, and geotechnical reporting. Prevailing wage rates from the Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) will apply, and the final contract price will be determined based on actual measured quantities. Potential bidders must register in the OregonBuys web-based eProcurement system and be prepared to submit additional documentation such as tax ID numbers, insurance certificates, and a responsibility inquiry form prior to contract award.