Request for proposals (RFP) for environmental compliance and planning services, specifically a hydrologist and fisheries biologist for the Umatilla National Forest Interdisciplinary Team. Proposals are due September 3, 2026. Services include data acquisition, project analysis, documentation, reporting, effects analysis, and response to public comments. Key personnel must meet specific qualifications. Proposals must be submitted electronically via OregonBuys or email. A voluntary pre-proposal conference is scheduled for August 20, 2026.
Proposals must be received by the single point of contact before the scheduled solicitation opening date and time, September 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM PST.
Proposals will be evaluated based on a combination of factors including statement of qualifications, references, key personnel resumes, work samples, and price. The highest ranking responsible proposer will be awarded the contract.
Minimum qualifications include an undergraduate degree in hydrology or fisheries/aquatic biology, with specific experience requirements for preparing hydrological evaluations, stream surveys, and biological evaluations for endangered species.
Proposers shall provide samples of work that demonstrate their ability to perform the described scope of work.
Protests to the RFP must be received by the due date and time identified in the schedule. Protests to an addendum must be submitted via email by 5:00 p. m. Pacific time on the second business day following the issuance of the addendum.
Agency may reject a proposal if the proposer fails to substantially comply with RFP procedures, has delinquent debt owed to the state, fails to meet responsibility requirements, or makes inappropriate contact with state representatives.