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» W February 3, 1988, Portland Observer, Page 9 JOBS & CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING . ■ SECTION 00020 •1 INVITATION FOR BID SUB-BIDS REQUESTED La Pine Special Sewer District Readvertisement Schedule B BID DATE: February 10.1988 Sub-Bids Requested by February 4,1988 JACK ROBINSON and SONS, INC. P.O.Box 5006 • Bend, Oregon 97708 (503) 382-4681 We are an equal opportunity employer and request sub-bids from women- and minority-owned business enterprises. La Pine Special Sewer District Readvertisement Schedule B BID DATE: Febuary 10,1988 Sub-bids requested by February 4 ,1988 WILLIAM L. PEPPER CONST. CO. 25220 Evergreen Rd • Philomath, OR 97370 (503) 929-5223 We are an equal opportunity employer and request sub-bids from small business and small disadvantaged business sub-contractors and women and minority business enterprises. PORTLAND OFFICE OF TRANSPORTATION INVITATION FOR BIDS REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The Housing Authority of the City of Vancouver, Washington, will receive sealed bids at the Authority's office, 500 Omaha Way Vancouve , Wash, inqton 98661 until 2 p.m. Thursday, February 25, 1988 at which time and place all bids will be publicly opened and read aloud to furnish, all labor materials eauipment and permits required to do site improvements at two apartment complexes. Work consists of demolition of asphalt, concrete paving and fencing: construction of retaining walls sidewalks,street cut, access drive, catch basins, porches, stairways, deck rails, site lighting fen cinq landscaping, etc., all in accordance with the plans and specifications. The work at the two apartment complexes will be bid and awarded sepa BUREAU OFTRAFFICE MANAGEMENT ARTERIALTRAFFIC SIGNING PROJECT rately. Contractors may bid on one or both jobs A minimum of 20% minority business enterprise5 Pa« iciP ^ ° " ‘" ^ X t f e d iects is a Vancouver Housing Authority goal and the contractor selecte will be required to show proof of having solicited bids from minority business enterprises subcontractors. Specifications, location, bid preparation information, terms and conditions of the Invitation for Bid and General Conditions are on file and available the Authority offices, 694-2501. A certified check or bank draft payable to the Housing Authority of the C. y of Vancouver, Washington, a satisfactory bid bond, or a^ceptab*e ®ur® an amount equal to 5 percent of the bid shall be submitted with each bid. The successful bidder will be required to furnish and pay for satisfactory performance and payment bond Attention is called to the fact that not less than the minimum salaries and wages as set forth in the Terms and Conditions must be paid on this project. The Authority reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informalities in the bidding No bid shall be withdrawn for a period of 30 days subsequent to the opening of bids without the consent of the Authority. HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF VANCOUVER, W ASHINGTON Tommy M . Gay, Executive Director REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS The data processing department of the Metropolitan Service District is accepting quotations from qualified vendors for repair and maintenance services for personal computers, printers and related peripheral devices. Quotations must be delivered to the Data Processing Department Metro, 2000 S W First Ave., Portland, OR 97201, to the attention of LeRoy Nollette, no later than 5:00 p.m., Feb. 16, 1988. Metro reserves the right to reject any or all quotes for good cause. Potential vendors may obtain more information by contacting Mr. Nollette at (503) 221-1646. HOUSE FOR RENT HOUSE FOR RENT 2 Bdrms. $295°° per mo. Sec. 8 OK. 1056 N.E. Madrona. Remod. kit., Range, Dishwasher, Gas Heat, Hardwood Floors, Some Carpet, Basement. Pets OK. Nice Yard. Blue Stone & Hockley 4446 S.W. Barbur Blvd. Portland, OR 97211 222-3807 3 Bdrms. $299. 4312 N.E. 9th Ave. Range, Ref, Carpets, Wood Stove, Gas Heat, Yard & Basement. Pets OK. Blue Stone & Hockley 4445 S.W. Barbur Blvd. Portland, OR 97211 222-3807 Proposals Due 5 p.m. February 11,1988 The City of Portland, Oregon Bureau of Traffic Management is seeking the services of a qualified consultant or consulting team to develop an arterial traffic signing inventory and plan. This project will ultimately encompass approximately 400 miles of arterial and collector streets. This Re9ue^ Proposals is for Phase I only and has a maximum budget of $50,000. Work elements will include development and taking of a sign inventory and deve h lopment of an arterial traffic signing plan in accordance with local, state and federal policies, standards, and guidelines, including the Manual on Uniform - BEECH STREET PROJECT - Sealed bids for labor and materials to construct 5 single family residences will be received by the Housing Authority of Portland at 8910 N. Woolsey X X ' o r t , a n d . Oregon. 97203. un,H 2:00 p.m. PST T h u 'sd « . February 25, 1988. Shortly thereafter, bids will be opened and publicly re and the attendance of bidders is welcomed. Basically the project consists of constructing 5 split level homes, each con taining3bedrooms, 1 bath, and single car garage. Work to be considered in bid includes all construction except specific work by others as outlined as follows: 1. 2. 3. Division Foundation excavation and backfill Concrete foundation walls and footing Landscaping 1 of the specifications further defines all work to be performed in the execution of this project. Interested bidders may obtain one set of bid documents from the HAP Main tenance Office, at the above address, upon deposit of $20 ^ ' c h 's r® able Documents returned to HAP in good condition within 10 days after bid opening will receive refund of deposit. Additional sets may be obtained at Write HUD for th is |t£ e pamphlet. U.S. D ep t o f HUD P.O. Box 777 Portland, OR 97207 •tU -ïy . b a tí ï‘ V. V •, » - -O /■.*- . • ' r.'. ••• ¡ it o u Mb V ' •».... X- • ' : w» V * ' eO , $10 each which is not refundable. A HAP representative will conduct a pre-bid tour of the job site commencing at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, Feburary 16, 1988. The meeting will convene at the Maintenance Office and the attendance of all bidders is r^ uestad. ° u tions posed at that time regarding the project, (when not addressed in sp fications) will be answered by addenda and mailed to all plan holders. Traffic Control Devices. This Request for Proposals will be available for distribution on Januaryr 22 from the Bureau of Traffic Management, 1120 S.W. Fifth, Room 730 Port land Oregon 97204. The Portland Office of Transportation is an Equal Em ployment Opportunity Employer and, as such, especially ,nvrte® a" d raaes proposals for professional, technical, and expert services from minority and female owned business enterprises. Contact Linda J. Darsch, Projec Manager, at (503) 796-5185 for more information. REAL ESTATE LOAN COUNSELOR A 1 No bid will be considered unless accompanied by bid security in the form of certified check, cashier's check, or surety bond payable to the Housing Authority of Portland in an amount equal to 10% of the bid which is to b forfeited as fixed and liquidated damages should bidder neglect or refuse to enter into a contract or provide a suitable bond for the faithful performance of the work when bidder is notified of contract award. A minimum of 20% MBE participation in the execution of this project is a HAP requirement and the methods the bidder proposes in order to comply with this requirement shall be submitted on a notarized ' Certification of MBE Participation” form which shall become a part of the bid. fc « Bidder may not withdraw bid after the hour set for opening thereof until a Real Estate We have an opportunity available for individual with previous real estate collection experience. Re sponsibilities include collection of delinquent real estate loans, pre paration of default notices, fore closure bids, reinstatements, pay offs on delinquent loans and pre paration of FH A/VA/PM I claim for loss. Will follow loans undergoing bankruptcy, observing bankruptcy collection laws. Applicants must possess 1 year real estate collection experience and working knowledge of FHA/VA/FNM A/FHLM C/Ore- gon Housing Agency requirements. Position also requires typing at 50 wpm, 10-key by touch, CRT exper ience and excellent communication skills. We offer an excellent flexible bene fits program and competitive salary commensurate with exper ience. Qualified applicants should submit their resume and salary re quirements to: OREGON BANK Personnel Department 1001 SW 5th Avenue Third Floor P.O. Box 3066 Portland, OR 97208 APPLICANT HOURS 9-1 pm Mon-Fri Equal Opportunity Employer lapse of sixty (60) days thereafter has occurred. URBAN RENEWAL PROJECT COORDINATOR The Portland Development Commis sion. dedicated to enhancing Portland's quality of life for nearly 30 years, is actively seeking an individual to coordi nate a major effort along the Columbia River to increase Portland's inventory of developable industrial land. You will be responsible for facilitating cooperative efforts between landowners and private developers to develop the land, and to coordinate with public agencies to implement master public improvement plans. Requires a minimum| of 5 years experience working on similar large scale economic re-development projects for industrial/commercial use. A thorough knowledge ot public financing mechanisms, development grants and bonds, as well as the ability to eftectively speak to a wide variety of audiences is essential. Salary range $33,000- $43,000. The Housing Authority of Portland may reject any bid not in compliance with the prescribed bidding procedures and requirements and may reject any or all bids and waive all informalities if, in the judgment of HAP, it is in the public interest to do so. Questions regarding this project should be directed to Richard Jones at 283-1693. HOUSING AUTHORITY OF PORTLAND Loren Tarbell Acting Director of Maintenance s a w Construction & Distributing Specializing in the Sale of Brick • FOR EVERY PURPOSE • • 55 DISTINCT COLOR/ . EXTURE COM BOS • • PAVING Bh’CKS • • GAS-FIRED FIREPLACE BRICKS • • HIGH QUALITY • We offer the opportunity to be an integral member of a motivated, successful team. To apply, request a Commission applica tion packet by calling: rix ; P 4(11 Wl’ i i »\ (503)204-7930 Sam Brooks and Associata», Inc. 3575 N.E. Broadway Portland, OR 97232 Equal Opportunity Employer / / A Team Committed to Excellence' 5707 N.E. 10th Ave. • Portland. Oregon 97211 Washington • (206)256-8186 Portland • (503)281-3938 Doug Williams: Portland Observer's "M an of the Year How can you afford a home o f your own? •V by Nyewusi Askari After successfully quarterbacking the Washington Redskins to a 42-10 rout of the Denver Broncos in Superbowl XXII, Doug Williams said, "I didn't come here to be the first Black quarterback to start a Superbowl. I just want to be the quarterback of the Washington Redskins.” Many white Americans found Mr. Williams' statement somewhat con fusing. How, they asked, could he not want to be the first Black quarterback to play in the Super bowl? Isn't it significant? In tribute to Mr. Williams, America and African-Americans everywhere, the answer to both yes and no. Before Superbowl XXII ever happened, the media focused on Mr. Williams' color. The hype was almost deafening. Can Doug W il liams stand the pressure of being the first Black quarterback to play in the Superbowl? Is Doug Williams qualified to direct the Washington Redskins to a victory? How does it feel to be the first? If Doug W il liams fails to perform up to expec tations, America will forget who Doug Williams is . . . And when Mr. Williams refused to make his participation in the Superbowl a matter of race, many in the media were visibly disappointed. Mr. Williams' refusal to make Superbowl XXII a matter of race is in line with the fight African-Ameri cans have waged in this country since day one. What many Ameri cans fail to realize is, the concept of race as a definition for explaining the African's jjersonality, his rituals, his customs, his beliefs and his abi lities, was introduced to Blacks by their white captors. This concept of race carried with it explanations that characterized Black people as lazy, shiftless, cunning, and light years away from whites when it came to such things as intellectual pursuits, art, and science and math. This same concept of race was used to justify the enslavement of Blacks in this country. In reality, African-Americans didn't accept his contemptible defi nition of themselves by their en- slavers Thus, from the time of its introduction to the present, African- • Touchdown Passes: 4. This Americans have fought against any tied the record held by Terry Brad suggestion that race is a determin shaw of the Pittsburgh Steelers. ing factor of one's ability, talent, • Most Valuable Player (MVP). and creativity. Most African-Americans did not So when Mr. Doug Williams said view Mr. Williams' presence in the he didn't come to Superbowl XXII Superbowl in terms of Black and to be the first Black quarterback to white. They saw Mr. Williams as an play in the event, he was merely American of African ancestry. Thnt echoing the feelings of African- African-Americans hac f ?' ' ' Americans have been expressing tations of Mr. Williams speaks since they began the movement to the high expectations Americans ward freedom, justice and equality. have of themselves when it comes That Doug Williams was the first to excellence. That Mr. Williams quarterback to play in the Super mentor is the great Eddie Robinson bowl speaks of exclusion based on of Grambling State University, the race. It was a grim reminder of "winningest" coach in college foot just how far America has to go be ball, speaks to contributions Black fore it will openly and willingly colleges and universities have his accept Black men and women into torically made and are making to the the mainstream of its glamorized growth and excellence of American rituals. society. What happened in Superbowl In t r ib u t e t o M r XXII was merely a lesson in whM happens when as* names him o u r' Man oi 11 t are given an opportunity to excel. It is our hope that one day, i i When Doug Williams was given that this country, every man and woman opportunity, he excelled beyond will be "judged by the content of anyone's expectation. their character, not by the color of • Passing Yards: 350. A Super their skin." bowl record. s w * * '* * ' ' * ■ ft?. W ife » '