Port of Bellingham RFQ C Street Travel Lift Piers 2026
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 responses from consulting firms for design, permitting, and bid document development services for the construction of travel lift piers along the C Street side of Whatcom Waterway. The project includes technical and environmental reports, comprehensive plan reviews (30%, 60%, 90%), and technical specifications for public works bidding. A $100,000 budget is available for preliminary planning and estimate level efforts.
Technical reports, Environmental reports, 30% plan reviews, 60% plan reviews, 90% plan reviews, Technical specifications, 10% design deliverable, Project schedule, Preliminary cost estimate, Quality management plan
Civil structural and marine engineering expertise, geotechnical exploration and analysis experience, permitting experience, construction planning at active terminals, knowledge of City of Bellingham Municipal Code and stormwater standards
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Summary
The Port of Bellingham is soliciting responses from consulting firms for design, permitting, and bid document development services for the construction of travel lift piers along the C Street side of Whatcom Waterway.
The project includes technical and environmental reports, comprehensive plan reviews (30%, 60%, 90%), and technical specifications for public works bidding. A $100,000 budget is available for preliminary planning and estimate level efforts.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Civil structural and marine engineering expertise
- Geotechnical exploration and analysis experience
- Permitting experience
- Construction planning at active terminals
- Knowledge of City of Bellingham Municipal Code and stormwater standards
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Technical reports
- Environmental reports
- 30% plan reviews
- 60% plan reviews
- 90% plan reviews
- Technical specifications
- 10% design deliverable
- Project schedule
- Preliminary cost estimate
- Quality management plan
- Submit to
- http://pob.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/235436
- 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. Submissions should be delivered to: http://pob.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/235436. 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 are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Technical reports, Environmental reports, 30% plan reviews, 60% plan reviews, 90% plan reviews, Technical specifications, 10% design deliverable, Project schedule, Preliminary cost estimate, Quality management 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: "Civil structural and marine engineering expertise, geotechnical exploration and analysis experience, permitting experience, construction planning at active terminals, knowledge of City of Bellingham M..." 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. 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.