ESB I5 Albany ROW Fencing

The Oregon Department of Transportation is soliciting bids for the ESB I5 Albany ROW Fencing project, which is exclusively set aside for certified Emerging Small Businesses in Oregon. The scope of work involves the removal and replacement of 22,476 linear feet of right-of-way fencing and the installation of 850 linear feet of new Type 2 fencing and one 12-foot single swing gate. The project is located along I5 from mile point 233.20 to 237.66, primarily between Century Drive and Old Salem Road. All work must adhere to the 2024 Oregon Standard Specifications for Construction and specific standard drawings RD810 and RD850. The contract will be awarded to a single responsible offeror who submits a responsive quote with the lowest total price. Bidders must provide bid security equal to 10 percent of the total bid amount and, upon award, must furnish performance and payment bonds for 100 percent of the contract price. Compliance with Bureau of Labor and Industries prevailing wage rates, Oregon OSHA safety rules, and Title VI non-discrimination provisions is mandatory. Technical requirements include strict standards for wood treatment, fastener marking, and material quality, with specific rejection thresholds for posts that fail to meet bending stress or alignment specifications.