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Bids/Classifieds Advertising deadlines 12:00 Noon Monday Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. To place your ad, email advertising@theskanner.com Lemon continued from page 8 KW: But do you fear being pigeonholed as a buddy of O’Reilly? DL: There are many things that Bill O’Reilly and I disagree about. I just hap- pen to agree with some of what he had to say on this issue, but not all of it. Does that mean I co-signed his whole being and existence? No? KW: Is there any question no one ever asks you, that you wish someone would? DL: Yes, what do you get from icons like Dr. King, Malcolm X and John Lewis? What I get from REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS EMU Renovation and Expansion MECHANICAL/PLUMBING AND ELECTRICAL University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon Advertisement for: UO EMU – Mechanical/Plumbing and Electrical Subcontractors Lease Crutcher Lewis, LLC, serving as the Construction Manager/General Contractor (CM/GC) for the University of Oregon is soliciting proposals from qualified Mechanical/Plumbing and Electrical Subcontractors for the preconstruction services and construction of the EMU Renovation and Expansion in Eugene, Oregon. Terms and conditions of the proposal are outlined in Lease Crutcher Lewis, LLC (CM/GC) “Request for Pro- posal”, dated August 16, 2013, attached to and made a part of the Contract Documents. Proposals will be received at the offices of Lease Crutcher Lewis, LLC, (CM/GC), 550 SW 12th Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97205, until 1:00PDT, September 4, 2013 at which time the proposals will be privately opened. Proposals shall be clearly marked “UO EMU” The total building construction cost is projected to be approximately $68 million. The project consists of reno- vation of large portion of the existing building and new construction of a three story student union building. The total gross square footage is approximately 80,000 SF of new construction and 130,000 SF of Renovation. The project site is located at the center of the University of Oregon campus, on the corner of 13th Avenue and Uni- versity Street in Eugene, OR. In accordance with Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR) 580-063-0020, Lewis will use the request for proposals (RFP) competitive procurement process to select and enter into a Contract with a Mechanical/Plumbing and an Electrical firm. Lewis intends to enter into a contract with the selected firms for work that will initially include Pre- construction Phase Services only, for the scope of work. There are provisions for adding Construction Phase Services at the sole discretion of Lewis through accept- ance of a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) by contract amendment. Lewis, in partnership with UO and SERA, will evaluate each Proposal with respect to the evaluation criteria outlined in the Lease Crutcher Lewis, LLC (CM/GC) “Request for Proposal”, dated August 16, 2013. At its sole discretion, Lewis may elect to short list and interview finalists in order to more fully understand the’ relative qualifications. This RFP does not commit Lewis to enter into any agree- ment, to pay any expenses incurred in preparation of any response to this request, or to procure or contract for any supplies, goods or services. Lewis reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals not in compliance with the RFP or if it is in the public interest to do so. A mandatory pre-bid conference for Mechanical/Plumbing and Electrical Subcontractors will be held at the Lease Crutcher Lewis office, 550 SW 12th Avenue, Portland, OR 97205, on Monday, August 26, 2013 at 3:30 pm. them is personal empower- ment, personal responsibility, and that the only thing you truly own is your mind. And once you truly own your mind, you’re free. You can decide for yourself what is the best way to respond in the face of discrimination. How to carry yourself with digni- ty. What matters is how you think of yourself, and having presence of mind. Once you get that right, it doesn’t matter what any- KW: The bookworm Troy Johnson question: What was the last book you read? DL: The last two books I read were: “The New Jim Crow” by Michelle Alexan- der, and “Man’s Search for Meaning” by Viktor Frankl, a Holocaust survivor. est childhood memory in Baton Rouge? DL: Sitting in my grand- mother’s kitchen at about 3 or 4, watching her talking on a yellow telephone with a long cord. I spilled my drink, and my sister scolded me, “Every time you spill something!” And I asked my very understanding grandma’s permission to go to the bathroom. KW: The Ling-Ju Yen question: What is your earli- KW: Can you give me a Don Lemon question? one thinks of you, because you know how to carry yourself in the world. KW: What is your guilti- est pleasure? DL: Sleep. I loooooove to sleep. I also like salty, plain potato chips and Lindt dark chocolate with a touch of sea salt. Continued at www.theskanner.com ALMA GARDENS / HILLSBORO 1BR/1BA $600/MO. Beautiful Newly Built Apartment Homes. Located near the Orenco Station, shopping and Parks. Income restricted 55 and older community. Large Community Center / big screen T.V. and workout room, Community Garden, Walk-in closet. A/C and access to internet, Hot water incl. Sect 8 welc. Low $350 deposit. Call David at 503-213-1309 FACILITIES MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN SAL: $27.90 - $30.14 Hourly OPEN: 08/12/13 FFD: 08/26/13 04:30 PM 8-21-13 This position must possess a State of Oregon Limited Maintenance Electricians (LME) license or higher. The Facilities Maintenance Technician performs preventa- tive maintenance and repair of heating, cooling, ventilation systems and other building equipment such as lights, plumbing fixtures, and office furniture. Work requires familiarity with building heating systems to rec- ognize operating conditions that may lead to breakdown or inefficient operation. Apply online at www.portlandoregon.gov/jobs/ An Equal Opportunity Employer 8-21-13 REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS METRO FINANCE AND REGULATORY SERVICES PEOPLESOFT 9.2 FINANCIAL FIT GAP RFP 14-2485 The Finance and Regulatory Services of Metro, a met- ropolitan service district organized under the laws of the State of Oregon and the Metro Charter, located at 600 NE Grand Avenue, Portland, OR 97232-2736, is hereby requesting sealed proposals for PeopleSoft 9.2 Financial Fit Gap. Sealed proposals are due no later than close of busi- ness, September 9, 2013, in Metro’s business offices at 600 NE Grand Avenue, Portland, OR 97232-2736, Attention: Sharon Stiffler, Procurement Analyst, RFP 14-2485. PeopleSoft Finance has been in place at Metro since version 5.12. Since that time, a number of business practices, customizations and integration points have been written into the software. Metro has already gone through a fit gap analysis process with PeopleSoft HRMS prior to the upgrade of PeopleSoft HRMS to ver- sion 9.1 and it is listed here as a reference point. This project will focus on PeopleSoft Financials. All proposers must comply with the following require- ments: Prevailing Wage Law, ORS 279C.800- 279C.870, Licensed with Construction Contractors Board ORS 671.530. Bidder shall indicate Resident Status per ORS 279A.120. If Required, Bidders must obtain business licenses to perform work in the City of Eugene prior to mobilizing on jobsite. Proposals can be viewed and downloaded at Metro’s website http://www.oregonmetro.gov, click on “Doing Business With”, then “Requests for Bids and Proposal”. Proposals will not be considered unless RECEIVED by 1:00 p.m. PDT on September 4, 2013, and fully completed in the manner provided by the “Instruc- tions to Proposers”. Metro extends equal opportunity to all persons and specifically encourages minority, women-owned and emerging small businesses to access and participate in this and all Metro projects, programs and services. “NOTICE OF REQUIREMENT FOR AFFIRMATIVE ACTION TO ENSURE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPOR- TUNITY (Executive order 11246)”. Lease Crutcher Lewis, LLC (CM/GC) is committed to taking affirmative action to encourage and facilitate the participation of minority, women-owned, and emerging small business enterpris- es (M/W/ESBE) in State projects and encourage Subcontractors to provide similar opportunities for their subcontractors / vendors. Metro and its contractors will not discriminate against any person(s), employee or applicant for employment based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexu- al orientation, age, religion, physical handicap, political affiliation or martial status. Metro fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities. For more information, or to obtain a Title VI Complaint Form, see www.oregonmetro.gov. 8-21-13 DL: Yeah, this question has gotten to just about everyone I ask. It even made Wendy Williams cry. It’s, “Who do you think you are?” Metro may accept or reject any or all bids, in whole or in part, or waive irregularities not affecting substantial rights if such action is deemed in the public interest. 8-21-13 PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER SALARY: $5,456.00 - $7,285.00 Monthly OPENING DATE: 08/19/13 FFD: 09/02/13 04:30 PM Or when first 100 applications received. Reporting to the Director, The Public Information Officer (PIO) serves as the top public information professional for the Bureau of Emergency Management; plans and carries out public relations, media relations and market- ing activities to achieve bureau communication and outreach objectives; and performs related duties as assigned. The PIO works with all bureau staff, other city bureaus, regional emergency response public informa- tion partners, elected and appointed governmental officials, citizens, community and industry groups and the media. The position will utilize various strategies and tools to facilitate communication among and between the bureau and multiple stakeholders using collaborative processes to enhance partnerships with all stakeholders. For more information and to apply for this position visit us at www.portlandoregon.gov/jobs/ An Equal Opportunity Employer 8-21-13 Can’t wait to share your news? 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