City of Seattle Gorge Powerhouse Crane Replacement RFQ PW#2022-076A - Newhalem, Whatcom County, WA
City of SeattleCity · Seattle, WA- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- 8 days left
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
- Primary contact
- Eddie Plana
- (206) 549-1739
The 30-second brief
The City of Seattle is seeking Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) for design-build services for the Gorge Powerhouse Crane Replacement Design-Build Project, PW# 2022-076A. The scope of work consists of design, demolition, construction, and commissioning services for the replacement of two overhead bridge cranes, rated at 150T each (or a single 275T system / dual 300T system) at the Gorge Powerhouse Hydroelectric Powerhouse located in Newhalem, Whatcom County, Washington. The engineer's estimate is $12,500,000. Submissions are due by November 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM PST, via the OpenGov portal. A pre-statement of qualifications meeting is scheduled for October 26, 2026. The project requires an Underutilized Business Inclusion Plan and adherence to prevailing wage and safety requirements.
Replacement of two overhead bridge cranes, Rated at 150T each (or single 275T / dual 300T system); design, Demolition, Construction, And commissioning services
Past Performance (45), Technical Qualifications (45), Capability to Perform (45), Qualifications of Key Personnel (45), Underutilized Business Equity – Past Performance (20)
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Summary
The City of Seattle is seeking Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) for design-build services for the Gorge Powerhouse Crane Replacement Design-Build Project, PW# 2022-076A. The scope of work consists of design, demolition, construction, and commissioning services for the replacement of two overhead bridge cranes, rated at 150T each (or a single 275T system / dual 300T system) at the Gorge Powerhouse Hydroelectric Powerhouse located in Newhalem, Whatcom County, Washington.
The engineer's estimate is $12,500,000. Submissions are due by November 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM PST, via the OpenGov portal. A pre-statement of qualifications meeting is scheduled for October 26, 2026. The project requires an Underutilized Business Inclusion Plan and adherence to prevailing wage and safety requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Replacement of two overhead bridge cranes, Rated at 150T each (or single 275T / dual 300T system); design, Demolition, Construction, And commissioning services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Letter of Interest
- Response to Minimum Qualifications
- Statement of Qualifications Elements
- Company Questionnaire (Attachment 1)
- Proof of Legal Name
- Proof of Insurance and Bonding Capacity
- Appendix 2A Projects Summary Experience Form
- Appendix 2B Project Experience Forms
- Appendix 3A Key Personnel Forms
- Appendix 3B Letter of Intent to Joint Venture
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/seattle
- Scope location
- Newhalem, WA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Seattle?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 6, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/seattle. For questions, contact Eddie Plana.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Seattle in WA, 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 RFQ 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.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Eddie Plana at (206) 549-1739. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Replacement of two overhead bridge cranes, Rated at 150T each (or single 275T / dual 300T system); design, Demolition, Construction, And commissioning services. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Past Performance (45), Technical Qualifications (45), Capability to Perform (45), Qualifications of Key Personnel (45), Underutilized Business Equity – Past Performance (20)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 6, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Letter of Interest, Response to Minimum Qualifications, Statement of Qualifications Elements, Company Questionnaire (Attachment 1), Proof of Legal Name, Proof of Insurance and Bonding Capacity, Append. Review the full document from City of Seattle for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Newhalem, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.