ESB - Interstate 5 MP 48.3 to 50: Clear Zone Tree Removal

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is soliciting competitive quotes for a clear zone tree removal project on Interstate 5, specifically from Mile Point 48.3 to 50 Northbound in Josephine County. This solicitation is restricted to certified Emerging Small Business (ESB) firms. The scope of work involves removing and disposing of trees, limbs, and brush to improve sight distance, with specific requirements to clear all cut banks and ditch lines. Technical specifications define a cut zone extending 10 feet from the pavement edge and up to 30 feet high; if 50 percent or more of a tree's canopy falls within this zone, the entire tree must be removed. The contract is awarded to the responsible offeror providing the lowest total quote price. Key requirements include a mandatory pre-quote conference on September 30, 2026, and a final project completion date of December 15, 2026. Liquidated damages are set at 600 dollars per day. Contractors must comply with BOLI prevailing wage rates for Josephine County and adhere to an Inadvertent Discovery Plan for archaeological finds. Performance is subject to inspection by ODOT based on defined Acceptable Quality Levels, and the contractor is responsible for all corrective actions and site restoration. Bid security of 10 percent of the total bid is required, and all submissions must be processed electronically through OregonBuys.