On Call Cargo and Vehicle Pressure Washing Services- The Northwest Seaport Alliance ( NWSA) and the Port of Tacoma ( Port) are soliciting proposals from companies interested in providing On Call Cargo /Vehicle Pressure Washing Services on an as- needed basis.
Proposals must be submitted in Adobe Acrobat PDF format, limited to 9 MB in total email size. One non-redacted version is required. The consultant is responsible for verifying receipt, with electronic verification provided. Late proposals will not be accepted. Proposals are valid for 90 days following the deadline, and any extension granted. Evaluation uses a point method, and the NWSAport may request clarifications or additional information. Selection may be based on initial evaluation criteria alone, or a shortlist may be created for interviews and reference checks. The NWSAport intends to select the proposer representing the best value. The NWSAport reserves the right to accept or reject proposals in whole or in part, and to waive informalities and minor irregularities. A written protest must be filed within two business days of the event giving rise to the protest, including specific factual and legal grounds, supporting documents, notice to the apparent low bidder, and the specific relief requested. The protest will be considered within three business days, with affected bidders having the opportunity to respond. A final and binding decision will be provided within six business days. The NWSAport encourages participation by MWBE firms certified by the Office of Minority and Women's Business Enterprises (OMWBE). Proposals will be considered public documents. The consultant warrants no conflicts of interest and agrees to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Detailed terms and conditions regarding relationship of parties, subconsultant and supplier relations, conflicts of interest, compliance with laws, ownership of intellectual property, disclosure, compensation, invoices, assignability, termination of agreement, disputes, venue, governing law, indemnity, general insurance requirements, payment schedule, deliverables, security, prevailing wages, force majeure, key personnel, and insurance are included in the document.