R1 Synthetic Ivy Pilot - Various Locations

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is conducting a Request for Competitive Quotes (RFCQ No. S-73000-00012351) for the R1 Synthetic Ivy Pilot project in Multnomah County. The procurement seeks a contractor to complete synthetic ivy installation on sound walls at three specific highway locations: I5 SB (430 linear feet), I405 5th Street Entrance Ramp SB (350 linear feet), and I84 EB (500 linear feet). Contractors must install synthetic ivy on the lower 7 feet of selected walls using Turf & Ivy Solutions Simplico Ivy or an approved equivalent, with specific technical requirements including 100% recycled Low-Density Polyethylene Resin, flame retardant, and UV blocking chemicals. The project requires strict adherence to 2024 Oregon Standard Specifications, with substantial completion mandated by March 15, 2025, and final completion by March 30, 2025. Evaluation criteria include responsiveness, Oregon Construction Contractors Board licensing, and a satisfactory performance record, with quotes to be submitted through the OregonBuys system. Traffic control is a critical component, with specific lane closure restrictions for each highway segment and requirements to maintain pedestrian accessibility throughout construction.

Contractors must be registered with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board and maintain a public works bond as required by state law. The project is subject to Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) wage requirements for Multnomah County, Region 2, with prevailing wage rates applicable for contracts exceeding $50,000. The contract includes substantial financial provisions, such as liquidated damages of $2,500 per calendar day for missing substantial completion dates and $500 per 15 minutes for unauthorized lane closures. Contractors must provide performance and payment bonds equal to the contract price and maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including Commercial General Liability ($1M per occurrence, $2M aggregate), Commercial Automobile Liability ($1M combined single limit), and Workers' Compensation Insurance. The contractor must also implement a Qualifying Drug Testing Program and be certified by the synthetic ivy manufacturer. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, the contract allows for up to 5% retainage on progress payments, which may be reduced after 50% completion if work progresses satisfactorily. The procurement does not specify a precise budget range, but the detailed technical and insurance requirements suggest a significant project investment.