This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Bellingham, Washington. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

The Scope of Work is expected to include, but not be limited to, the following tasks Development Stage: The selected consultant will work with the Port to coordinate with internal stakeholders, evaluate program goals, and incorporate findings into the development of the JOC program. Program development includes meeting with various departments to assess their needs for the program and then preparing and proposing a JOC program which will most effectively meet the Port s requirements Request for Proposal Stage: The selected consultant will work with the Port to develop specifications, terms, and conditions for a Request for Proposal (RFP) to contract with one or more contractors as determined in the Development Stage. The selected consultant will also assist with the evaluation of the proposals submitted. Implementation Stage: The selected consultant will assist the Port with implementation of the JOC program, including training for both the contractor and Port staff. Training will include administration, performing estimates, and reconciliation. The selected consultant will also work with the Port to create and document all processes and forms needed to successfully implement the JOC program. The Port of Bellingham (Port) is soliciting proposals (RFP) from qualified consultants to develop, implement, and support a Job Order Contracting (JOC) program for the Port as provided for in RCW 39.10 Alternative Public Works Contracting Procedures. The proposed timeline is to engage the successful consultant s services starting December 2023, resulting in the implementation of a JOC program no later than March 2024. The contract term will be effective upon the date of contract execution for two (2) years with the option to renew for one (1) additional one-year term. Contract prices shall remain firm during the contract term. Hand-delivered or Courier Brian Wilson, Contracts Administrator 1801 Roeder Avenue, Suite 146 Bellingham, WA 98225 Submittals shall not exceed fifteen (15) single spaced, double sided, 8.5"x11"pages (or a maximum of 30 single-sided pages) of content in no less than 12-point font, not including resumes and Unit Price Book sample in total length Direct inquiries related to this solicitation to E-mail or Call Brian Wilson, Contracts Administrator brianw@portofbellingham.com 360-676-2500. The Port reserves the right to reject any and all proposals received in this solicitation. The method of Contractor Selection has not been Determined at this time.