Special Inspections Services

The Multnomah County Facilities and Property Management (FPM) Division is seeking Proposers to provide Special Inspections and Testing services for various library bond projects. The selected Proposer will be required to perform continuous visual inspections, concrete testing, bolt installation, reinforcing steel, structural steel, and other services. The contract term shall be five (5) years, with the option to renew for an additional one (1) year period(s) until two (2) years after Final Completion for any open projects. The Proposer must be capable of performing the following tasks and services: • Continuous visual inspections of welds on pipe piles • Concrete testing • Bolt installation • Reinforcing steel • Structural steel • High-strength bolting • Structural masonry • Shot Crete • Fire-stopping systems • Infiltration testing of exterior windows • Adhesion testing of sealants • Acoustic measurements • Air quality testing for LEED Gold certification • Moisture and humidity testing of concrete prior to installation of finish flooring The Proposer must also meet the minimum requirements, including being a legal entity registered to do business in the State of Oregon, having the necessary insurance, and being accredited by the Oregon Building Officials Association (OBOA). Some of the key features of the library bond projects include: • Flexible civic and performance spaces • Expanded study space • Dedicated teen space • Video-conferencing facility • Library of things • Makerspace • Audio and video production space • Bike and stroller parking • Sewing studio • Sustainability improvements • Space for artists in residence • Space for cultural celebrations • Demonstration kitchen • Small business incubator