Happy Early Summer from OECR!
OECR and OPO at OAME Tradeshow 2026 in Portland
As we step into the early days of summer, we’re grateful for the continued dedication of our OECR community and the work you do across Oregon. This season brings fresh energy and new opportunities to stay connected, support our partners, and continue advancing together.
As you read through this month’s updates, we invite you to share these resources, uplift upcoming events, and help us continue strengthening our collective impact. Thank you.
I-84 ARTS Safety Upgrades - Photo Credit: Aaken Corporation
ODOT’s Office of Engagement & Civil Rights continues to advance small business opportunity and accessibility through the Small Business Development Program (SBDP). Even in a challenging budget environment, OECR is actively partnering with other divisions across the agency to make a real difference for firms and communities statewide.
OR99W/OR153 ADA Curb Ramps in Amity: Approximately 75 curb ramps are being rebuilt to current ADA standards, improving safety and accessibility for pedestrians and supporting stronger community connections.
I‑84 ARTS Safety Upgrades – I‑5 to Hood River: Through the All Roads Transportation Safety (ARTS) Program, 15 ramp interchanges between Portland and Hood River are receiving improved lighting, signage, signals, and crosswalk enhancements to reduce severe crashes.
Wrong Way Driving Treatments (I‑5/OR569) in Eugene: This project enhances safety at exit ramps by adding signage and improving striping visibility to prevent wrong way driving.
ADA Curb Ramps in Mt. Angel: Improved curb ramps and flashing lights at school crossings will provide a safer experience for pedestrians and the traveling public.
Illumination Replacement on OR6 in Banks Replacing lights and poles to provide better visibility on the roadway and area interchanges.
Across Oregon, these projects reflect ODOT’s commitment to safer roads, more accessible infrastructure, and greater opportunity for small businesses to build capacity and grow. For more information about the Small Business Development Program, contact Program Manager Ailsa Kellam at ailsa.kellam@odot.oregon.gov.
Upcoming SBDP Projects:
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Project Name
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Description & Prebid Info
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Bid date 7/23/2026
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K22797
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OR6: Illumination Replacement (Banks)
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Replacing lights and light poles to provide better illumination at two OR 6 interchanges in Banks, Oregon.
Project Website.
Mandatory Prebid: Wednesday July 8, 2026, 1:00pm to 2:30pm. Location: 48400 NW Sunset Highway, Banks, Oregon, 97106.
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Bid date 7/30/2026
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K23764
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OR214: Curb Ramps (Mt. Angel)
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Construct curb ramps to meet compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. Project Website.
Mandatory Prebid: Virtual meeting, Wednesday July 15, 2026, 10 am.
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John Day DMV Janitorial Services
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ESB 2026 I-5: NB Exit 86 Fence Upgrades Project
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Spray Maintenance Station Roof Replacement
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BID: S-73000-00016950
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Mandatory pre-bid conference: Wednesday 06/10/2026 at 11:00AM
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Opening* Date: 06/25/2026 10:00AM PST
*Opening date refers to the date that bids are due for each project. All of these projects and more are accepting bids.
To view the exhaustive list, please log on to OregonBuys.
Outreach event with Region 2 Woodburn business partners
Interstate Bridge Replacement Industry Event 6/4/26
Governor's Marketplace - Ontario 6/10/26
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