Geotechnical Drilling and Sampling I-5 MP 1.6 Wildlife Crossing

Department of Transportation

Published: Jul 23, 2026

Updated: Jul 23, 2026

Source: oregonbuys_or

About This Opportunity

This is a works contract in the construction and civil works sector, with a focus on Roads and Bridges. Located in United States, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before August 5, 2026.

Published through OregonBuys, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for civil works in the construction and civil works sector. Works contracts of this nature generally require demonstrated experience in similar infrastructure projects, adequate equipment and technical personnel, and financial capacity including bank guarantees. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

The Oregon Department of Transportation is seeking proposals for Geotechnical Drilling and Sampling services related to the I-5 MP 1.6 Wildlife Crossing project. This procurement focuses on essential subsurface investigation work required for the design and construction of a wildlife crossing structure along Interstate 5 at Milepost 1.6. Qualified geotechnical engineering firms or drilling contractors are sought to conduct thorough drilling and sampling operations to gather critical data about soil conditions, subsurface geology, and groundwater levels. The scope of work will typically involve planning and executing boreholes, collecting soil and rock samples, performing in-situ tests, and documenting all findings. Bidders are expected to possess specialized equipment and expertise in geotechnical drilling, sampling techniques, and field testing methods. A strong track record in performing similar investigations for transportation infrastructure projects, especially those involving complex environmental or geological conditions, is likely required. Proposals will be evaluated based on the firm's technical approach, understanding of the project's objectives, qualifications of personnel, proposed timeline, safety plan, and cost. Accurate and reliable geotechnical data is crucial for the successful design and engineering of the wildlife crossing.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from OregonBuys and was originally published on July 23, 2026. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

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Department of Transportation has issued 966 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 65 currently open and 1 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Construction & Civil Works, Transport & Logistics, and General Supplies & Services. All notices are published for United States. Notices are distributed via California eProcure, OregonBuys, and Montgomery County MD. Most recent publication: July 23, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

How can I submit a bid?

Visit OregonBuys to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is August 5, 2026. You have 13 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Department of Transportation in United States. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Works contract in the Construction & Civil Works sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United States. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.