On-Call Services for Towage Service for The Dredge “Oregon”

The Port of Portland seeks a qualified marine towing provider to deliver on‑call towage services for its dredge “Oregon” and associated support vessels across the lower Columbia and Willamette River corridors. The contract is an indefinite‑delivery, on‑call agreement with a base term of five years (up to three one‑year extensions) and a maximum annual value of $2.4 million, with each task order capped at $300 k. Applicants must demonstrate appropriate vessel certifications, minimum horsepower capabilities, 24/7 readiness, and meet extensive insurance and statutory requirements. Evaluation will heavily weight cost (45 %) along with qualifications, approach, and a shared‑prosperity component.