Ladd Canyon Salt Shed Siding Replacement

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is seeking bids for the Ladd Canyon Salt Shed Siding Replacement project located at 64176 Hot Lake Lane in La Grande, Oregon, within Umatilla County. The procurement involves comprehensive building improvements including selective demolition, construction of new concrete foundations, bollards, steel framing, metal wall panels, trim, a sectional overhead door, related electrical work, and reinstallation of existing components. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for February 26, 2025, at 1:00 PM at the project site, with bids to be submitted through the OregonBuys eProcurement system. The project requires substantial completion by June 15, 2025, and final completion by June 30, 2025. Contractors must comply with Oregon state prevailing wage rates, State Buy America requirements, and maintain a Qualifying Drug Testing Program. Key qualifications include the ability to work within the specified timeline, provide performance and payment bonds each for 100% of the contract value, and adhere to technical specifications for materials and construction methods.

There are no specific set-aside designations mentioned for disadvantaged enterprises in the procurement documents. The project does not list any incumbent vendors or require integration with existing infrastructure beyond the current salt shed site. Bidders must provide a 10% bid security with submission and will be subject to liquidated damages of $600 per calendar day for failing to achieve substantial completion by the specified date. While no specific award value or budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive technical specifications and detailed requirements suggest a substantial infrastructure improvement project. The procurement is open to qualified contractors who can meet the stringent technical specifications, which include using U.S.-produced steel, iron, coatings, and manufactured products under the Buy America requirements. Contractors will need to demonstrate technical competence in demolition, concrete work, metal framing, and electrical installations specific to this salt shed renovation project.