Lake County Oregon & Goose Lake Railway LLC - Procurement of Railroad Tie Plates - RFQ - 2026
Lake CountyCounty · Lake County, OR- Due
- Jul 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 14, 2026
- Primary contact
- Toby Van Altvorst
The 30-second brief
Goose Lake Railway LLC in conjunction with Lake County Oregon is seeking quotes for approximately 130,200 new 5-1/2 inch double shoulder 5/8 1:40 railroad tie plates measuring not less than 7 by 11 inches. Materials will be paid for by Lake County Oregon and shall be delivered in gondola railcars to Lakeview, Oregon. Quotes are due via email before 5pm PDT on July 31, 2026, to Toby Van Altvorst. All materials must comply with Federal Railroad Administration Buy America Requirements, and award will be based on total value including delivery schedule.
Approximately, But not to exceed 130, 200 tie plates, NEW 5-1/2" DOUBLE SHOULDER 5/8 1:40, Not less than 7" x 11"
Total value, including delivery schedule
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Summary
Goose Lake Railway LLC in conjunction with Lake County Oregon is seeking quotes for approximately 130,200 new 5-1/2 inch double shoulder 5/8 1:40 railroad tie plates measuring not less than 7 by 11 inches.
Materials will be paid for by Lake County Oregon and shall be delivered in gondola railcars to Lakeview, Oregon. Quotes are due via email before 5pm PDT on July 31, 2026, to Toby Van Altvorst. All materials must comply with Federal Railroad Administration Buy America Requirements, and award will be based on total value including delivery schedule.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Total value, including delivery schedule
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Approximately
- But not to exceed 130
- 200 tie plates
- NEW 5-1/2" DOUBLE SHOULDER 5/8 1:40
- Not less than 7" x 11"
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Exact specifications of proposed tie plate, Price per unit, Estimated piece count and total number of railcars to be delivered, Estimated beginning and ending delivery dates
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Lakeview, Oregon
- Reported agency
- Lake County Oregon
Questions about this QUOTE
How do I respond to this Quote from Lake County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 31, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Toby Van Altvorst.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Quote?
Most government agencies, including Lake 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 Quote 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 Toby Van Altvorst. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Approximately, But not to exceed 130, 200 tie plates, NEW 5-1/2" DOUBLE SHOULDER 5/8 1:40, Not less than 7" x 11". 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: "Total value, including delivery schedule" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lake County?
All active and historical solicitations from Lake County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Lake County 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 Quote?
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: Exact specifications of proposed tie plate, Price per unit, Estimated piece count and total number of railcars to be delivered, Estimated beginning and ending delivery dates. Review the full document from Lake 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: Lakeview, Oregon. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.