A&E Services for Kaiser Rd over Abbey Creek Embankment Repair

Multnomah County is soliciting architectural and engineering design services for the repair of an embankment and the realignment of the Abbey Creek culvert located on Kaiser Road in Northwest Multnomah County. This federally funded project, identified as solicitation RFP-1-2027B, requires professional engineering services and is subject to federal requirements, including Title VI Disadvantaged Business Enterprise provisions, although the current DBE goal is set at 0%. The procurement process is managed through the Multco Marketplace portal, with a response deadline of September 9, 2026. Proposals will be evaluated based on a weighted point system totaling 100 percent, with the highest priority placed on the project approach and the experience of key staff. Other critical evaluation factors include risk management strategies, relevant project samples from the last four years, regional knowledge to minimize travel, and a commitment to small business involvement. The contract includes payment terms of Net 30 and requires the submission of key staff resumes, specifically for the Project Manager. Technical guidance for the project is provided through accompanying documents such as the GRI Geotech Site Visit Report, the Culvert Inspection Report, and the Wolf Technical Memorandum.