Open Opportunities
Work With Us
Why do the region’s best trade partners want to work with Hoffman? Our job sites are welcoming, safe, efficient, and productive. We respect our subcontractors as true partners and run modern, efficient, Lean projects. We provide world-class safety management. We pay our bills promptly and keep subcontractors busy in good times and bad.
| Bids Due | Project | Package Title | Location | Pre-Bid Meeting |
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Bid DueWed 04/15/2020 |
ProjectPDX Terminal Core Redevelopment |
Package |
LocationPortland, OR |
Pre-Bid MeetingWed 04/01/2020 2 pm |
Networking and Outreach Opportunities
| Date | Name | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
DateThu 05/21/2020 |
Name |
LocationHillsboro Chamber of Commerce, |
DescriptionThe Coffee and Issues Forum is held quarterly. Small business owners network together with experts and leaders in business, government and other areas. Each meeting guest speakers give updates on issues related to the MWESB/SDV community or tips to entrepreneurs. This event is free and open to the public. |
DateThu 04/02/2020 |
Name |
LocationBeaverton Chamber of Commerce |
DescriptionNotice: The OAME Coffee & Issues Meeting has been postponed until further notice. The Coffee and Issues Forum is held quarterly. Small business owners network together with experts and leaders in business, government and other areas. Each meeting guest speakers give updates on issues related to the MWESB/SDV community or tips to entrepreneurs. This event is free and open to the public. |
DateFri 05/08/2020 |
Name |
LocationDelta Park Business Center |
DescriptionThe Contractors & Architects/Engineers/Professional/Technical meeting is held the second Friday of each month at OAME. This meeting is oriented towards upcoming projects and opportunities for businesses in those fields, but every business type is welcome to attend. This meeting brings minority-owned, woman-owned and emerging small business owners together with experts and leaders in business, government and other areas vital to business. |
DateTue 03/31/2020 |
Name |
Location626 High St NE |
DescriptionNotice: Capitol Connections has been postponed until further notice. Salem Capitol Connections meets the last Tuesday of every month from 7:30am to 8:45am. This is an opportunity to meet with private and public organizations to learn about contracting opportunities to grow your business. |
DateFri 04/24/2020 |
Name |
Location731 N Hayden Meadows Dr |
DescriptionNotice: The OAME Coffee & Issues Meeting has been postponed until further notice. The meeting brings minority, women and small emerging small business owners together with experts and leaders in business and government. |
Orientation
To get on Hoffman’s bid invitation list, please complete and return the Subcontractor/Vendor Questionnaire below.
Project Onboarding
For trade partners already working with Hoffman, you’ll find our common files, forms and sites at the link below.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Purchasing Manager Christyn Halliday.
- Project Administrative Procedures
- Subcontractor Vendor Key Project Personnel
- Statement of Intent to Pay Prevailing Wages
- Drug and Alcohol Test Collection Sites
- Sample Certificate of Insurance
- Sample CCIP Certificate of Insurance
- Safety Plan Checklist
- Pre-Task Plan
- Minimum Project Safety Requirements
FAQs
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Complete and return the Subcontractor/Vendor Questionnaire above to receive bid invitations from us. To continue to receive bid invitations, you must update the questionnaire every 12 months.
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Most of our bid packages are available for all firms to bid without advance prequalification. Evaluation of the received bids will consider whether the successful bidder has the appropriate financial, material, equipment, facility and personnel resources to meet the contractual requirements and a satisfactory record of previous contract performance, quality, safety and integrity. Where advance prequalification is required for a specific bid package, we will advertise and/or contact potential bidders for prequalification information prior to issuing bid documents.
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The required coverages, limits, and Additional Insureds are identified in Subcontract Attachment “B”. The sample Subcontract is included in the Request for Proposals. Many of our projects utilize a Contractor Controlled Insurance Program (CCIP) wherein we provide general liability insurance for our Subcontractor’s on‑site activities.
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We often utilize Subcontractor Performance Insurance in lieu of traditional Subcontractor bonding. Bonding may be required due to the size of the proposed subcontract or state law, e.g. Washington GC/CM work.
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Subcontractors are required to comply with our Safety Program, including its procedures, practices and policies. Refer to the Minimum Project Safety Requirements or project‑specific Request for Proposals for additional information.
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Yes. Every person entering a Hoffman worksite is subject to Drug & Alcohol testing. Drug & Alcohol cards from Hoffman‑recognized programs will be accepted if they have been issued within the past six months. We pay for the cost of the laboratory analysis.
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Most bid documents are available at local plan centers and here on this page.
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No. Anyone can view the plans online. Many of our projects also allow the bid documents to be downloaded without charge.
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Yes. Bid documents may usually be obtained directly from the printer. The Invitation to Bid, the Hoffman website and the RFP all identify where to obtain bid documents.
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This website is the best place to find information on specific sub‑bid opportunities with us. Visit the Opportunities section above for information on currently bidding projects.
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All required documents, e.g., Subcontract or Purchase Agreement, Performance and Payment Bonds (if required), Certificate of Insurance, CCIP Enrollment (if applicable) and Safety Plan must be returned within fifteen (15) days of award.