Clackamas County - Upper Kellogg Vegetation Maintenance - RFP 2026-68
Clackamas CountyCounty · Oregon City, OR- Due
- Oct 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 8, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Tralee Whitley
- (503) 742-5453
The 30-second brief
Clackamas Water Environment Services (WES) is seeking a contractor to provide ongoing site maintenance for the Upper Kellogg Restoration Project, located near SE Clackamas Rd and SE Aldercrest Court in Clackamas County, Oregon. The five-year contract involves vegetation management, weed management (controlling poison hemlock, reed canary grass, Himalayan blackberry), plant replacement, and irrigation maintenance for approximately 0.25 acres of wetland at SE Tidwells, 0.87 acres of wetland and stream restoration near 6680 SE Aldercrest Ct, and 1,800 linear feet of creek bank and riparian vegetation. The project requires a State of Oregon Pesticide Applicator license and adherence to specific insurance coverage, including commercial general liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence) and professional liability. Proposals are due by October 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM Pacific Time via Bid Locker. Questions regarding specifications or procurement are due by September 29, 2026.
Monthly invoices and progress letters, Irrigation Plan, Monthly schedule of activities planned for private properties, Monthly progress reports summarizing maintenance activities and site observations, Annual Plant Replacement Plan
Proposer’s General Background and Qualifications (40 points), Project Understanding and Approach (40 points), References (20 points)
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Summary
Clackamas Water Environment Services (WES) is seeking a contractor to provide ongoing site maintenance for the Upper Kellogg Restoration Project, located near SE Clackamas Rd and SE Aldercrest Court in Clackamas County, Oregon.
The five-year contract involves vegetation management, weed management (controlling poison hemlock, reed canary grass, Himalayan blackberry), plant replacement, and irrigation maintenance for approximately 0.25 acres of wetland at SE Tidwells, 0.87 acres of wetland and stream restoration near 6680 SE Aldercrest Ct, and 1,800 linear feet of creek bank and riparian vegetation. The project requires a State of Oregon Pesticide Applicator license and adherence to specific insurance coverage, including commercial general liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence) and professional liability. Proposals are due by October 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM Pacific Time via Bid Locker. Questions regarding specifications or procurement are due by September 29, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Monthly invoices and progress letters
- Irrigation Plan
- Monthly schedule of activities planned for private properties
- Monthly progress reports summarizing maintenance activities and site observations
- Annual Plant Replacement Plan
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Proposal Certification
- Submit to
- https://bidlocker.us/a/clackamascounty/BidLocker
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Clackamas, OR
- Projected sq ft
- 50,965 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Clackamas County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 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://bidlocker.us/a/clackamascounty/BidLocker. For questions, contact Tralee Whitley.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Clackamas County 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 RFP 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 Tralee Whitley at (503) 742-5453. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Monthly invoices and progress letters, Irrigation Plan, Monthly schedule of activities planned for private properties, Monthly progress reports summarizing maintenance activities and site observations, Annual Plant Replacement Plan. 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: "Proposer’s General Background and Qualifications (40 points), Project Understanding and Approach (40 points), References (20 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Clackamas County?
All active and historical solicitations from Clackamas County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Clackamas County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Proposal Certification. Review the full document from Clackamas County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Clackamas, OR. The total projected area is 50965 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.