RFI - Plumbing - Preferred Vendors

The Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians (CTCLUSI) have issued a Request for Information (RFI) to establish a Preferred Vendor List for plumbing facility maintenance services across their diverse property portfolio. The procurement seeks experienced, licensed contractors to provide comprehensive plumbing services for tribal government offices, housing units, commercial buildings, and community health facilities. Required services include pipe and fixture repair, drain and leak maintenance, water heater servicing, sewage issue resolution, and emergency response for blockages and water damage. Vendors must possess a valid Oregon contractor's license, general liability and workers' compensation insurance, and demonstrate a minimum of three years' relevant experience with references. Key submission requirements include a detailed company profile, license and certification copies, proof of insurance, and comprehensive pricing information covering labor rates for journeyman, apprentice, helper, and supervisor positions, along with after-hours and emergency service rates. The evaluation criteria will focus on relevant experience, references, past performance, competitive pricing transparency, availability, response capability, and geographic service coverage. Vendors must submit their responses via email to purchasing@ctclusi.org by January 23, 2026, at 2 PM PST, with questions accepted until January 15, 2026, at 2 PM PST.

The RFI does not constitute a formal solicitation and does not guarantee contract award, but selected vendors will be eligible to receive maintenance work orders as needs arise. There are no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations mentioned in the documentation. The property inventory reveals CTCLUSI manages approximately 35 housing units across Coos Bay, Florence, and Springfield, along with additional facilities for Social Services, Health Department, and administrative operations in locations including Coos Bay, Eugene, and Florence. While no specific budget range or award value is explicitly stated, the comprehensive property portfolio suggests potential for ongoing maintenance contracts. Vendors must confirm compliance with CTCLUSI contracting policies, including background check requirements and prevailing wage regulations if applicable. The Tribe reserves the right to reject proposals, waive informalities, issue a formal Request for Proposals or Request for Quote following the RFI review, and has no obligation to reimburse vendors for proposal preparation expenses. Prospective vendors should carefully review the requirements and prepare detailed submissions that demonstrate their capability to provide high-quality, responsive plumbing maintenance services across the tribal properties.