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ODOT seeks ESB-certified contractors for Interstate 5 tree and brush removal (MP 52-55)

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), Region 3 District 8, is seeking ESB-certified contractors for a tree and brush removal project along Interstate 5 northbound, mileposts 52 to 55 in Josephine County. - Government Buyer: - State of Oregon Department of Transportation, Region 3 District 8, Office at 100 Antelope Road, White City, OR - Vendors & OEMs: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; this is a service-based contract for vegetation management - Products/Services Requested: - Mobilization for project setup - Temporary protection and direction of traffic - Tree and brush removal from MP 52 to 55, including stump and brush treatment, pruning, trimming, and debris removal - Clearing of off-ramp areas (Exit 55) to improve sight distance - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Only ESB-certified firms may bid; at least 51% of labor must be performed by the contractor's own workforce - Compliance with Oregon prevailing wage laws, safety standards, and environmental protections - Strict quality standards for tree damage, horizontal and vertical clearance, drainage, and work area management - Mandatory pre-bid conference for all bidders - Liquidated damages for late completion and lane closure limits - No part numbers or specific product quantities are listed, as this is a labor and services contract.

Description

This solicitation is for clearing trees and limbs along Interstate 5 from milepost 52 to 55 to improve site distance. The work includes trimming and removing marked trees, clearing zones for signage, no work zones, and trimming all highway areas. The project involves removal and disposal of trees and limbs within specified areas. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled, and the solicitation is restricted to certified Emerging Small Business (ESB) firms.

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