Port of Bellingham C Street Travel Lift Piers RFS-2026-16
Port of Bellingham (includes airport)Airport Authority · Bellingham, WA- Due
- Jun 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 12, 2026
- Primary contact
- Larry Scholten
The 30-second brief
The Port of Bellingham is soliciting professional services for the design, permitting, and bid document development of travel lift piers along the C Street side of Whatcom Waterway. The project includes technical reports and phased design deliverables with an initial $100,000 budget for preliminary planning.
Technical and environmental reports, 30% 60% 90% and 100% plans, Technical specifications, Permits
Civil structural and marine engineering, Geotechnical exploration, Permitting experience, Construction planning, City of Bellingham Municipal Code knowledge
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Summary
The Port of Bellingham is soliciting professional services for the design, permitting, and bid document development of travel lift piers along the C Street side of Whatcom Waterway.
The project includes technical reports and phased design deliverables with an initial $100,000 budget for preliminary planning.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Civil structural and marine engineering
- Geotechnical exploration
- Permitting experience
- Construction planning
- City of Bellingham Municipal Code knowledge
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Technical and environmental reports
- 30% 60% 90% and 100% plans
- Technical specifications
- Permits
REQUIRED STAFFING
4- Scope location
- Bellingham, WA
- Reported agency
- Port of Bellingham
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Port of Bellingham (includes airport)?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 4, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. For questions, contact Larry Scholten.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Port of Bellingham (includes airport) 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 Larry Scholten. 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: Civil engineer, structural engineer, marine engineer, geotechnical analyst. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Technical and environmental reports, 30% 60% 90% and 100% plans, Technical specifications, Permits. 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: "Civil structural and marine engineering, Geotechnical exploration, Permitting experience, Construction planning, City of Bellingham Municipal Code knowledge" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Port of Bellingham (includes airport)?
All active and historical solicitations from Port of Bellingham (includes airport) are tracked and searchable. As a airport authority agency, Port of Bellingham (includes airport) 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 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. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Port of Bellingham (includes airport) for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bellingham, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.