City of Portland Vacuum Excavation Utility Locating Services RFI 2026
City of PortlandCity · Portland, OR- Due
- Aug 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 16, 2026
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Summary
The City of Portland has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for vacuum excavation utility locating services.
The scope involves providing utility locating and potholing services using vacuum excavation technology to identify underground infrastructure. The project's scope locations include Oregon and the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro metropolitan area across both Oregon and Washington. This RFI is intended to gather information from external vendors regarding their capabilities in this specialized excavation field. Submissions are due by August 17, 2026, at 4:00 PM PDT.
- Scope location
- Oregon; Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro - Oregon, Washington
Questions about this RFI
How do I respond to this RFI from City of Portland?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 17, 2026.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFI?
Most government agencies, including City of Portland in OR, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFI submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Portland?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Portland are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Portland regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFI?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Portland for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Oregon; Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro - Oregon, Washington. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.