ITB: Short Mountain Landfill Truck Scale

Lane County Public Works Department is soliciting bids for the Short Mountain Landfill Truck Scale project (Solicitation No. PW25022), seeking qualified contractors to provide comprehensive construction services for installing two new truck scales. The procurement involves preparing the project site, producing new foundation elements, infilling existing scale pits, and constructing new approach and exit ramps. Bidders must be prequalified and demonstrate prior experience in truck scale foundation projects, specifically having completed a minimum of three such projects within the last five years. A mandatory pre-offer conference is scheduled for June 18, 2025, at 9:00 AM at the Short Mountain Landfill site, with bid submissions due by 2:00 P.M. local time on July 17, 2025. Contractors must adhere to Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) prevailing wage requirements and can access solicitation documents through the Lane County Procurement & Purchasing webpage. Evaluation criteria include demonstrated experience, technical capability, and compliance with bidding procedures.

The project is classified as a county-level asphalt concrete paving and oiling initiative with a cost range between $150,000 and $300,000, scheduled for completion by October 31, 2025. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, bidders are required to provide references and complete a prequalification application that includes commitments regarding worker pay rates, apprenticeship participation, and full-family health insurance. Lane County reserves the right to reject any bid not complying with prescribed public bidding procedures. Potential bidders must submit comprehensive documentation demonstrating their technical expertise, financial stability, and ability to meet the project's specific requirements. The procurement process emphasizes local workforce development and adherence to prevailing wage standards, with a focus on selecting a contractor capable of executing the truck scale installation project efficiently and professionally.