Beverly Cleary Fernwood Seismic Rehabilitation

The Beverly Cleary Fernwood Seismic Rehabilitation project, managed by the Purchasing and Contracting Department of Portland Public Schools, involves a voluntary seismic retrofit and partial re-roof at Beverly Cleary Fernwood Middle School. The scope of work includes structural upgrades and modifications to the NFPA wet-pipe sprinkler system. Key deliverables include obtaining a Certificate of Occupancy and submitting close-out documentation. The project requires strict adherence to ADA and OSHA standards, and the contractor must comply with FERPA regarding student privacy and ORS 279A.110 non-discrimination certifications. Procurement is conducted via an RFP process with a two-tier evaluation system. Tier 1 focuses on written proposals, including sustainable business practices and certifications, while Tier 2 consists of interviews evaluating teamwork, scheduling, equity, and quality control. Award selection is based on a ranking system where the lowest total final rank is preferred. The contract is a fixed-price agreement requiring a 100% performance bond and labor and material payment bonds per Oregon law. Specific technical requirements include the use of premixed factory-packaged concrete and strict labeling standards for plumbing and pavement markings. Proposals must be submitted electronically via PlanetBids by December 17, 2026.