ITB - ODOT Sylvan MS New Fuel Tank

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is seeking a contractor for the Sylvan Maintenance Station New Fuel Tank project located in Portland, Oregon. This Invitation to Bid (ITB) solicits proposals for a comprehensive infrastructure improvement project involving the installation of a new 12,000-gallon underground fuel tank with multiple compartments for diesel and regular fuel. The project requires furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, and permits for site improvements, including stormwater management, drainage systems, utility infrastructure, landscaping, and site demolition. Bidders must have a minimum of three years of direct experience installing above-ground fuel tanks larger than 4,000 gallons and possess a valid Construction Contractors Board (CCB) license. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for April 2, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., with electronic bid submissions required through the OregonBuys system. The project has specific completion milestones: Intermediate Completion by June 30, 2025, Substantial Completion by July 25, 2025, and Final Completion by August 20, 2025. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with a bid security requirement of 10% of the total bid amount.

The procurement emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion, actively encouraging bids from minority-owned, women-owned, veteran-owned, and emerging small businesses. The project is subject to prevailing wage requirements and includes strict Buy America provisions mandating that steel, iron, and manufactured products be produced in the United States, in compliance with House Bill 3332. Bidders must demonstrate compliance with non-discrimination laws and maintain drug testing programs. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive technical specifications and detailed infrastructure requirements suggest a significant investment in state transportation maintenance facility infrastructure. The project will require extensive documentation, including detailed submittals, quality control documentation, and adherence to Oregon electrical and plumbing codes. Contractors must provide comprehensive documentation demonstrating material origins, environmental compliance, and technical specifications for tank materials, leak detection, venting systems, and environmental protections.