RFP Phase 1: Job Order Contract (JOC) - Western, Western States WA
DES intends to award 6 JOC contracts for the following regions, as allowed per RCW 39.10.440 (3). The territory breakdown will be: o Statewide: o Eastern: o Western: J26-01 & J26-02 J26-03 & J26-05 J26-04 & J26-06. The two highest ranked contractors from the selection process will be awarded a contract with an anticipated notice to proceed date of October 2, 2026 (J26-04) & October 10, 2026 (J26-06). DES is seeking a Job Order Contractor firm to manage/coordinate the construction process as a member of a team with the Owner and other agencies. At a minimum, the Job Order Contractor firm shall be skilled in producing detailed drawings and specifications, developing schedules; preparing construction cost estimates, and understanding construction methods and techniques; sequencing of work; and coordinating and communicating the activities of the project team throughout the design and construction phases to all members of the team. In addition, the Job Order Contractor shall be familiar with regional labor, prevailing wage requirements and the subcontracting market, and be capable of working well with subcontractors. The initial JOC term is two (2) years, with a DES option of extending the contract for an additional year.
Diverse Business inclusion participation goals for this project are: A. 10% Minority Owned Business (MBE) certified by the Washington State Office of Minority and Women Business Enterprises B. 6%, Women Owned Business (WBE) certified by the Washington State Office of Minority and Women Business Enterprises C. 5% Veteran Owned Business (VOB) certified by the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs D. 5% Washington Small Businesses self-identified in the Washington Electronic Business Solution (WEBS).