Tenders/Geotechnical Drilling, Umpqua River Bridge

Geotechnical Drilling, Umpqua River Bridge

Department of Transportation

Published: Oct 23, 2026

Updated: Oct 23, 2026

About This Opportunity

This is a works contract in the construction and civil works sector, with a focus on Bridges. Located in United States, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

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 Department of Transportation in the United States is soliciting bids for Geotechnical Drilling services related to the Umpqua River Bridge project. This procurement is essential for gathering critical subsurface information required for the safe and effective design and construction of the bridge. The scope of work will involve performing specialized drilling operations to obtain soil and rock samples from various locations around and potentially beneath the Umpqua River. These samples will be analyzed to determine soil characteristics, bearing capacity, groundwater conditions, and other geological factors influencing structural integrity. Typical requirements for such services include the use of appropriate drilling equipment (e.g., drill rigs, samplers), adherence to safety protocols, environmental considerations, and detailed reporting of findings. The selected contractor will be responsible for executing the drilling program according to specifications outlined in Bid Solicitation #S-73000-00018235. This geotechnical investigation is a fundamental step in ensuring the long-term stability and safety of this vital transportation infrastructure.

Data provenance

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

About Department of Transportation

Department of Transportation has issued 1,323 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 104 currently open and 3 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Construction & Civil Works, Transport & Logistics, and Architecture & Engineering Services. Tenders span 2 countries including United States and Philippines. Notices are distributed via California eProcure, OregonBuys, and Montgomery County MD. Most recent publication: October 23, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

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.

How can I submit a bid?

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