Multnomah County Community Fish Advisory Outreach & Education RIP-24-2027
Multnomah County Vector ControlSpecial District · Portland, OR- Due
- Sep 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 18, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Njambi Kareko
- (503) 988-9794 ext 89794
The 30-second brief
Multnomah County Health Department (MCHD) seeks three vendors to provide community-based health outreach and engagement regarding fish advisories for the Lower Willamette River (LWR) from Sellwood Bridge to the Columbia River and the Columbia Slough from Blue and Fairview Lakes to Kelley Point Park. The scope includes co-creating a workplan for Jan-Dec 2027, conducting health outreach activities, engaging refugee, immigrant, migrant (RIM) communities, subsistence fishers, pregnant/parenting individuals, and parents, providing food, meeting space, and childcare, translating and printing materials, promoting fish advisory messaging, hosting sign-design listening sessions, and coordinating with Traditional Health Workers (THWs) with CEU credits. Maximum total contract payment is $90,000 ($30,000 per vendor: $25,000 for LWR and $5,000 for Columbia Slough). Submission deadline was September 16, 2026 at 4:00 PM PDT via Multco Marketplace Supplier Portal.
Programmatic Questions (75%), Responsible Business Practice Questions (25%)
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Summary
Multnomah County Health Department (MCHD) seeks three vendors to provide community-based health outreach and engagement regarding fish advisories for the Lower Willamette River (LWR) from Sellwood Bridge to the Columbia River and the Columbia Slough from Blue and Fairview Lakes to Kelley Point Park.
The scope includes co-creating a workplan for Jan-Dec 2027, conducting health outreach activities, engaging refugee, immigrant, migrant (RIM) communities, subsistence fishers, pregnant/parenting individuals, and parents, providing food, meeting space, and childcare, translating and printing materials, promoting fish advisory messaging, hosting sign-design listening sessions, and coordinating with Traditional Health Workers (THWs) with CEU credits. Maximum total contract payment is $90,000 ($30,000 per vendor: $25,000 for LWR and $5,000 for Columbia Slough). Submission deadline was September 16, 2026 at 4:00 PM PDT via Multco Marketplace Supplier Portal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Programmatic Questions (75%), Responsible Business Practice Questions (25%)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Attachment A-Project Budget.docx
- Proposer Representations and Certifications
- Pre-Award Risk Assessment
- Insurance verification
REQUIRED STAFFING
personnel
- Submit to
- https://app01.jaggaer.com/apps/Router/ViewSourcingEvent
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Portland, OR
- Reported agency
- Multnomah County
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Multnomah County Vector Control?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 16, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://app01.jaggaer.com/apps/Router/ViewSourcingEvent. For questions, contact Njambi Kareko.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Multnomah County Vector Control 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 Njambi Kareko at (503) 988-9794 ext 89794. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: personnel. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
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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: "Programmatic Questions (75%), Responsible Business Practice Questions (25%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Multnomah County Vector Control?
All active and historical solicitations from Multnomah County Vector Control are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Multnomah County Vector Control 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 1 year. 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: Attachment A-Project Budget.docx, Proposer Representations and Certifications, Pre-Award Risk Assessment, insurance verification. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Multnomah County Vector Control for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Portland, OR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.