Oregon Forward Program Suitability Determination for Indoor Plant Maintenance Services

The Oregon Department of Administrative Services (DAS) has issued a suitability determination for Relay Resources to provide indoor plant maintenance services through the Oregon Forward Program, targeting public agencies in Clackamas, Multnomah, Umatilla, and Washington counties. The procurement covers comprehensive indoor plant care services, including watering, fertilizing, trimming, pest control, cleaning plant material, and health reporting. Key objectives include maintaining healthy indoor plant environments for public facilities, with services to be delivered effectively starting 4/4/2025. The solicitation requires detailed service specifications and compliance with established performance standards. Potential respondents must submit any written protests within 30 days of the 3/5/2025 posting date, with the final submission deadline set for 3/31/2025. Evaluation will focus on the vendor's ability to meet rehabilitation facility criteria, equipment readiness, and service delivery capabilities.

The contract opportunity is specifically designated for a qualified rehabilitation facility, with a mandatory requirement to employ at least three individuals with disabilities. Relay Resources will be compensated according to pricing determined by DAS per contract specifications, following Oregon Administrative Rule 125-055-0030(2). Employees will be compensated under the Laborers' International Union of North America (LiUNA) Collective Bargaining Agreement, ensuring fair wage standards. The company must own or lease all necessary equipment and is prohibited from utilizing subcontractors. Additionally, DAS approval is required before expanding services to additional counties beyond the initially specified jurisdictions. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the procurement is structured to provide ongoing indoor plant maintenance services with a focus on supporting employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities through a structured, regulated contracting process.