ITB - Skipanon River Bridge (BR1400) Span 2 Replacement

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for the Skipanon River Bridge (BR1400) Span 2 Replacement project located in Warrenton, Clatsop County. The procurement seeks one qualified contractor to complete a comprehensive bridge span replacement, which includes all necessary labor, materials, transportation, equipment, and services for construction. Key project deliverables include removing the existing center bridge span, installing new steel rolled beams, managing temporary traffic control, implementing pollution control measures, and performing pavement work. The project has specific timeline requirements, with an earliest start date of June 16, 2025, substantial completion deadline of August 29, 2025, and final completion date of September 12, 2025. Bidders must submit proposals through the OregonBuys eProcurement system and comply with several critical requirements, including AISC certification, AWS D1.5 welding certification, and state prevailing wage regulations. Bid submissions are due by December 3, 2024, with bids to be evaluated based on responsiveness and lowest bid price.

The ITB does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. The procurement allows for standard competitive bidding, with the contract to be awarded to the lowest responsive bidder. The bid tabulation document reveals five contractors submitted bids, with pricing ranging from $463,402.00 (Bergerson Construction Inc) to $724,626.33 (Oregon State Bridge Construction Inc). While no incumbent vendor is highlighted, the project involves replacing an existing bridge span and requires careful integration with current infrastructure. The project will involve complex construction elements, including bridge removal, steel beam installation, timber component work, and environmental protection measures. Bid security in the form of a bid bond or approved method is required, and the successful bidder must provide performance and payment bonds. The contract also includes Buy America provisions mandating that steel, iron, coatings, and manufactured products be produced in the United States.