EWEB 26-009-CMGC RFP FOR CM/GC SERVICES WATER CONVEYANCE

The Eugene Water & Electric Board (EWEB) is soliciting proposals from qualified contractors to provide Construction Manager/General Contractor (CM/GC) services for large-scale spillway improvements and fish passage system construction at the Carmen-Smith Hydroelectric Project in Oregon. The project encompasses complex water conveyance infrastructure enhancements and requires expertise in dam and spillway work compliant with FERC (Federal Energy Regulatory Commission) standards and Oregon public works regulations. Proposals must be submitted electronically via OregonBuys by May 28, 2026, with the solicitation posted on April 23, 2026. The contract will be awarded based on a best value trade-off approach that balances technical merit against cost, weighted across multiple evaluation categories including the fee proposal, firm history and experience, proposed team qualifications, project approach, dam/water conveyance experience, and compliance capability with EWEB’s contractual requirements. The total possible evaluation points for technical factors are 150, supplemented by 50 points for pricing, making a complete total of 200 points. Contractually, the scope of work emphasizes compliance with Oregon’s prevailing wage laws, rigorous inspection and acceptance procedures on-site, and correction of any defective work under warranty provisions. The contractor must provide key personnel whose qualifications were integral to contract award, maintain confidentiality and security clearances, and adhere to strict labor compliance and documentation protocols. The contract structure relies on Construction Task Orders with a Guaranteed Maximum Price arrangement, though specific pricing and performance timelines are to be defined per task order. Acceptance of work requires EWEB’s Authorized Representative’s approval based on quality standards, contract specifications, and successful testing. While no formal OCI clause or options for renewal are specified, provisions related to insurance, bonding, nondisclosure, and final deliverables such as O&M manuals and lien releases are stipulated. Proposals must be clearly organized and submitted as a single PDF document through OregonBuys, and interviews may be conducted to refine final evaluations before awards. Overall, this contract seeks experienced firms with proven expertise in dam safety, water conveyance projects, and complex construction management under public utility standards and regulatory oversight.