Structure and Boats removal from the Columbia River

Department of State Lands

Published: Jun 27, 2026

Updated: Jun 27, 2026

Source: oregonbuys_or

About This Opportunity

This is a works contract in the environment and climate and water and sanitation sectors. Located in United States, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before July 16, 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 environment and climate 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 State Lands, based in the United States, is soliciting bids for the removal of structures and boats from the Columbia River. This procurement addresses environmental concerns and navigational safety by seeking qualified contractors to undertake the complete removal of abandoned or derelict vessels and associated structures from the riverbed and waters. The scope of work is expected to include assessment, planning, safe removal, and disposal of all identified materials in compliance with environmental regulations. This is a critical initiative to improve the ecological health of the Columbia River and ensure its navigability. Contractors will need to possess specialized equipment and expertise in marine salvage, hazardous material handling (if applicable), and environmental remediation. The contracting authority requires a robust safety plan and a detailed methodology for the removal and disposal process. Bidders should be prepared to provide evidence of experience in similar projects, including successful completion of marine removal contracts. The objective is to restore the river to a cleaner, safer state, benefiting both the environment and public use of this vital waterway.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from OregonBuys and was originally published on June 27, 2026. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Department of State Lands

Department of State Lands has issued 5 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 2 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Environment & Climate, Governance & Public Administration, and Water & Sanitation. All notices are published for United States. Notices are distributed via OregonBuys. Most recent publication: May 15, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

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?

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 July 16, 2026. You have 19 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Department of State Lands 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 Environment & Climate sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.