RFP 10263 A&E and Related Services Archaeological Services

The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) has issued Request for Proposals (RFP) #10263 for professional archaeological services to support statewide capital park improvements and enhancements. The procurement seeks to establish multiple price agreements for archaeological services across Oregon's state park sites, with a focus on desktop literature reviews, onsite surveys, monitoring, and project close-out tasks. Qualified firms will be expected to provide comprehensive archaeological consulting services that support park development and preservation efforts. The RFP requires proposers to demonstrate extensive experience in archaeological research, survey methodologies, and cultural resource management. A voluntary pre-proposal conference was scheduled for January 17, 2024, with proposals due on February 6, 2024, at 10:00 AM PT. Evaluation criteria will likely include the proposer's project history, technical approach, team qualifications, and reference checks, with an emphasis on the firm's ability to conduct thorough archaeological assessments across diverse state park environments.

The RFP includes specific provisions for certified disadvantaged businesses, with mandatory requirements for outreach to minority-owned, women-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, and emerging small businesses. Proposers must submit a detailed firm outreach plan and are encouraged to include certified firms as subcontractors. The contract has an initial 4-year term with potential extension up to 10 years, and the estimated contract value ranges between $100,000 and $4,000,000. Four firms were ultimately selected through the procurement process: Dudek, PaleoWest dba Chronicle Heritage, RLR Cultural Resources, and Westland Resources. Hourly rates will be fixed from the date of contract execution, with allowance for one rate increase during any consecutive twelve-month period. Reimbursement for mileage and per diem will be adjusted according to rates in effect at the time of travel. OPRD reserves the right to negotiate pricing with selected proposers prior to final award, ensuring flexibility in the procurement process.