Notice of Proposed Class Exemption - Alternative Contracting Methods

The Northern Wasco County People's Utility District has issued a statutory notice of proposed class exemption from competitive bidding requirements under ORS 279C.335. This proposal seeks to authorize the District to utilize alternative contracting methods, such as Requests for Proposals, for public improvement contracts. The scope of the exemption covers the construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation, replacement, expansion, or major renovation of utility facilities, specifically including communications systems, fiber optic infrastructure, and electric generation, transmission, and distribution systems. The proposal will be considered during a Board meeting scheduled for October 6, 2026, at 4:00 pm PDT. Interested parties may request a public hearing regarding this exemption by October 5, 2026, at 5:00 pm PDT. Draft findings related to the exemption are available for public inspection, and inquiries may be directed to the Purchasing Department. This action is categorized under NAICS code 926130 and is managed by the agency located in The Dalles, Oregon.