For Contracts entered into under ORS 279A.050(3), ODOT may limit competition for a public contract to emerging small businesses, as provided in ORS 279A.142.  To assist emerging small businesses in overcoming barriers to participation in state public improvement and maintenance projects under ORS 200.160, ODOT may limit competition under this rule if:

1. (1) ODOT is purchasing Goods or Services;
2. (2) Competition is limited to emerging small businesses certified under ORS 200.055;
3. (3) The contract price is estimated at $250,000 or less; and
4. (4) The Contract is funded by the Emerging Small Business Account established under ORS 200.180.

Statutory/Other Authority

ORS 184.619, ORS 279.050(3) & ORS 279A.142

Statutes/Other Implemented

ORS 200.055, ORS 200.160 & ORS 200.180

History

DOT 8-2022, adopt filed 09/21/2022, effective 09/21/2022