4643 Expo future historical memorialization: Interpretive planning services

Oregon Metro is seeking interpretive planning services to develop a framework for the future memorialization and representation of the Portland Expo Center site. The primary objective is to identify shared themes that connect the histories of the Urban Indigenous, Japanese American, and Vanport communities while ensuring each narrative remains authentic and distinct. This solicitation, identified as number 6424, has a response deadline of September 22, 2026, with an estimated project budget of 1,038,000 dollars. The contract is governed by Oregon law and requires the selected provider to operate as an independent contractor. Key administrative requirements include monthly electronic invoicing by the 10th of each month and the maintenance of general and automobile liability insurance, naming the agency as an additional insured. All intellectual property and work products developed under the agreement will become the exclusive property of the agency upon final payment. Evaluation of proposals will be based on a best-value trade-off approach, prioritizing financial sustainability (35 percent), community and student benefit (25 percent), operational capability (20 percent), and innovation and use of facilities (20 percent). Submissions must be electronic via the Bid Locker portal and are limited to 20 pages. The period of performance extends through October 31, 2029.