Columbia River PUD Trenching/Directional Drilling MacArthur St & Allendale Dr RFB 2026
Columbia River PUDUtility District · Deer Island, OR- Due
- Sep 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 28, 2026
- Primary contact
- Brooke Sisco
- (503) 366-3261
The 30-second brief
Columbia River People's Utility District (PUD) is requesting sealed bids for trenching and horizontal directional drilling (HDD) services for approximately 2,923 feet of conduit installation at MacArthur St & Allendale Dr in St. Helens, Oregon. The project includes providing and installing 3-inch, 2-inch, and 1-inch schedule 40 PVC or HDPE conduit, sweeps, gravel transformer bases, and secondary pedestals. A minimum of 50% of the project is anticipated to be through solid rock (Columbia River Basalt). Bidders must provide unit pricing per linear foot for common dirt, cobble, and rock subsurface conditions. Requirements include a 100% performance bond, 100% payment bond, and a $30,000 public works bond. Bids are due by September 1, 2026, at 3:30 pm, with a subcontractor disclosure deadline two hours later at 5:30 pm. Work is expected to be completed by December 31, 2026.
Original signed bid, Addenda, CRPUD MacArthur/A Bid Detail, First-Tier Sub-Contractor Disclosure, Contractor References
Compliance with ORS 279C.375 (Pass/Fail), Compliance with bid documents (Pass/Fail), Amount of Bid (100%), Availability (Pass/Fail)
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Summary
Columbia River People's Utility District (PUD) is requesting sealed bids for trenching and horizontal directional drilling (HDD) services for approximately 2,923 feet of conduit installation at MacArthur St & Allendale Dr in St.
Helens, Oregon. The project includes providing and installing 3-inch, 2-inch, and 1-inch schedule 40 PVC or HDPE conduit, sweeps, gravel transformer bases, and secondary pedestals. A minimum of 50% of the project is anticipated to be through solid rock (Columbia River Basalt). Bidders must provide unit pricing per linear foot for common dirt, cobble, and rock subsurface conditions. Requirements include a 100% performance bond, 100% payment bond, and a $30,000 public works bond. Bids are due by September 1, 2026, at 3:30 pm, with a subcontractor disclosure deadline two hours later at 5:30 pm. Work is expected to be completed by December 31, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Compliance with ORS 279C.375 (Pass/Fail)
- Compliance with bid documents (Pass/Fail)
- Amount of Bid (100%)
- Availability (Pass/Fail)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Original signed bid
- Addenda
- CRPUD MacArthur/A Bid Detail
- First-Tier Sub-Contractor Disclosure
- Contractor References
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- CRPUD MacArthur/A Bid Detail
- Construction Drawings
- Trenching Specifications
- Oregon Standard Specification for Construction
- GRAVEL PAD PREP handout
- First-Tier Sub-Contractor Disclosure form
- Submit to
- 64001 Columbia River Hwy., Deer Island, OR 97054
- Scope location
- St. Helens, OR
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Columbia River PUD?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 1, 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: 64001 Columbia River Hwy., Deer Island, OR 97054. For questions, contact Brooke Sisco.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Columbia River PUD 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 Bid 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 Brooke Sisco at (503) 366-3261. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Original signed bid, Addenda, CRPUD MacArthur/A Bid Detail, First-Tier Sub-Contractor Disclosure, Contractor References. 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: "Compliance with ORS 279C.375 (Pass/Fail), Compliance with bid documents (Pass/Fail), Amount of Bid (100%), Availability (Pass/Fail)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Columbia River PUD?
All active and historical solicitations from Columbia River PUD are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Columbia River PUD 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 Bid?
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: CRPUD MacArthur/A Bid Detail, Construction Drawings, Trenching Specifications, Oregon Standard Specification for Construction, GRAVEL PAD PREP handout, First-Tier Sub-Contractor Disclosure form. Review the full document from Columbia River PUD for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: St. Helens, OR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.