Adopt-A-River Statewide Program Administration

The Oregon State Marine Board (OSMB) is soliciting proposals for administration of the statewide Oregon Adopt-A-River Program, a volunteer-driven initiative focused on removing litter and debris from Oregon’s waterways. The contract is structured to run from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2030, with potential renewals extending up to 10 years. This service-type contract mandates that the awarded contractor manage program execution in strict alignment with the Statement of Work outlined in Exhibit A, which sets forth detailed performance requirements, deliverables, and acceptance criteria. The work will be performed within Oregon, with inspections and final acceptance occurring at the Agency's facility within 15 business days of delivery. Key personnel must be identified and retained, with any replacements subject to strict approval and qualification standards, ensuring continuity and quality in program delivery. Subcontracting is strictly regulated and requires prior agency consent, with all subcontractors bound to the same contractual obligations. Evaluation of proposals will be based on a weighted scoring system totaling 100 points, emphasizing Offeror experience (30 points), cost effectiveness (30 points), approach and planning (25 points), and key personnel qualifications (15 points). Award decisions will employ a trade-off methodology balancing technical merit and cost rather than lowest price alone. Offerors must submit clearly formatted, detailed proposals with cost information provided separately. The contract includes a comprehensive set of standard and special provisions governing confidentiality, conflict of interest, records retention (minimum six years), force majeure, and Oregon legal compliance, including the False Claims Act. No definitive contract value or pricing is disclosed, and while invoicing must be directed to the Agency’s Contract Administrator, no electronic invoicing system is specified. Offerors must also comply with Oregon-specific identification and certification requirements, including Oregon COBID certification for disadvantaged business participation, and must carefully monitor solicitation amendments via OregonBuys. The contract places a strong emphasis on timely, high-quality program administration to support statewide environmental stewardship efforts.