Transportation Sign Posts, 4x4 and 4x6 Various lengths

Multnomah County issued a Request for Intermediate Bids (RIB-53-2019) for Transportation Sign Posts, seeking treated wooden signposts in specific dimensions and quantities. The procurement involves two treatment types: Copper Napthenate (CuN) and Ammoniacal Copper Zinc Arsenate (ACZA), with detailed specifications for each post. The solicitation requires 100 4"x4"x14' posts, 50 4"x6"x14' posts, 75 4"x6"x16' posts, and 50 4"x6"x18' posts for each treatment type. All posts must comply with American Wood Protection Association Standards for Sawn Products UC4 Ground Contact, be #1 or better grade, kiln dried, smooth on four sides, have tight knots, and feature a 30-degree 4-way top. The bid was open from August 30, 2018, to September 20, 2018, with a requested delivery date of October 2, 2018. Evaluation criteria included price, with awards to be made separately for each group based on the lowest price.

The solicitation did not explicitly detail set-aside designations or specific restrictions on respondent organizations. However, Multnomah County demonstrated interest in responsible business practices, requesting information about route optimization, equity values, diversity management, and workplace health initiatives. Aiken-Ford Lumber Co. was ultimately awarded the contract for $34,304.25, with payment terms of 0% 0, Net 30. The procurement utilized commodity codes 55120000 for Signage Accessories & Equipment and 30103603 for Framing Lumber. The bid included prerequisites such as electronic correspondence, certification statement review, and confidentiality requirements. While no specific budget range was provided beyond the awarded contract value, the solicitation suggested flexibility in vendor selection based on comprehensive business capabilities and competitive pricing.