Sole Source Procurement

Mt. Hood Community College (MHCC) is pursuing a sole source procurement with Strategies 360 Inc., located in Gresham, Oregon, for comprehensive strategic services related to semiconductor industry advancement in the East Metro region. The procurement specifically seeks vendor support for leading a steering committee, providing government relations expertise, and implementing strategic communications and long-term planning initiatives. Key deliverables include developing comprehensive strategic plans, facilitating committee meetings, and executing governmental engagement strategies for semiconductor sector growth. The sole source procurement has a strict protest deadline of 4:00 PM on December 24, 2025, with written protests required to be submitted via certified mail to the Purchasing Agent, Mejdi Mahjoub, at MHCC's main campus address at 26000 SE Stark Street, Gresham, Oregon 97030. Protesters must include a detailed statement of legal and factual grounds, describe potential harm, specify requested relief, and provide authorized representative signatures. The procurement process allows interested parties to contact the Purchasing Agent at (503) 491-6085 for additional information or clarification about the procurement notice.

The sole source procurement does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. No information is provided about disadvantaged enterprise requirements or preferences. The procurement appears to be specifically targeting Strategies 360 Inc. as the sole vendor for these services, suggesting limited competitive bidding opportunities. The total estimated spending for this procurement is not to exceed $149,000, representing a significant investment in strategic semiconductor industry development and communications support. While the document does not mention incumbent vendors or existing technological infrastructure, it implies a need for specialized expertise in semiconductor industry steering, government relations, and strategic communications. The procurement appears focused on obtaining targeted professional services from a vendor with specific capabilities in industry advancement and strategic planning.