OSP Construction Services

The contract for OSP Construction Services issued by Northern Wasco County PUD encompasses a comprehensive fiber optic network build, maintenance, and emergency restoration in Wasco County, Oregon, with an estimated value between five and fifteen million dollars. It involves detailed technical standards, construction procedures, and material specifications outlined in multiple referenced exhibits, including fiber installation standards, work order definitions, and supplemental RUS drawings. The work is performed on a work order basis, with each task requiring adherence to strict safety, quality, and regulatory standards, and must include timely submission of as-built documentation. The contractor is responsible for providing labor, equipment, and materials, with the flexibility to subcontract but remaining fully accountable for all work and compliance. Evaluation of proposals will consider experience, qualifications, resource availability, past performance, and cost competitiveness, with the District reserving discretion to select based on best value rather than solely lowest price. The contract incorporates Oregon statutes (ORS 279A, 279B, 279C), the Oregon Workers' Compensation Law, and the Uniform Commercial Code, emphasizing compliance with safety, legal, and procurement regulations. Payment is made on a net 30 basis following acceptance, with detailed provisions for inspection, acceptance, and quality control at the project site. The contract emphasizes protecting materials until final acceptance, adhering to safety standards, and maintaining clear communication channels. Proposal submissions are due by November 7, 2025, either electronically or via hardcopy, with no specific page limits or file type requirements, and must include all necessary contact and qualification information.