Architectural and Related Services for the Design of Deschutes Watershed District Office

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) has issued Solicitation S-63500-00015398 seeking professional architectural and engineering consulting services for the design of a new Deschutes Watershed District Office in Oregon. The contract is to provide full-spectrum design services encompassing project programming, schematic design, design development, preparation of construction documents, bid assistance, and construction administration. The selected consultant will be responsible for managing subconsultants, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and sustainability standards, including Buy America preferences and Oregon state-specific environmental and energy requirements. Services are to be completed according to a detailed timeline spanning from the design kick-off in late 2025 through construction administration ending mid-2027. The solicitation is a qualifications-based selection (QBS) process where proposals are evaluated primarily on qualifications, experience, technical approach, and key personnel, rather than price initially. The contract value is estimated within a range of $500,000 to $2,000,000. The contract incorporates extensive federal and state regulatory clauses, including equal opportunity and nondiscrimination provisions, Copeland Anti-Kickback Act compliance, debarment and suspension certifications, and adherence to the Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment. Consultants must maintain all necessary permits and insurance, as well as perform required background checks on personnel accessing ODFW premises. Contract management requires periodic inspections and certifications coordinated by the architect/engineer with final acceptance at the project site. Proposal submissions must comply with detailed instructions including electronic delivery through OregonBuys, page limits, and mandatory forms covering certifications, outreach plans, and diversity, equity, and inclusion practices. Key contract exhibits address the statement of work, compensation formulas, insurance requirements, and federal terms and conditions. The award will be made to the highest-ranked proposer based on a scored evaluation scheme, potentially including interviews. Payment administration is conducted through an Owner’s representative in Salem, Oregon, with rigorous invoicing requirements to account for services and reimbursable expenses. The contract emphasizes strict adherence to professional standards, regulatory compliance, and timely delivery of high-quality, permit-ready construction documents.