Request for Proposal: Ontario Community Food Center
Request for Proposal: Ontario Community Food Center
Oregon Food Bank is requesting competitive proposals from qualified and experienced contractors to provide design-build services for an approximately 11,000 square foot warehouse with attached office and community space, complete with paving and site work. This new facility, the Ontario Community Food Center (OCFC), will serve as a distribution hub for food assistance programs throughout Harney and Malheur counties, as well as providing community programming space, OFB administrative space, and direct food assistance to the surrounding community.
Key Project Details:
Location: 916 Fortner Street, Ontario, OR 97914
Delivery Method: Design-Build with Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP)
- Timeline: Proposals due
November 21, 2025; anticipated completion Summer 2027Updated deadline: December 5, 2025
Scope: Warehouse space (7,000-8,000 sq ft), office/administrative space (1,000-1,500 sq ft), community space (1,500-2,000 sq ft), plus full site development
The project will significantly increase operational capacity in service of the Western Treasure Valley region. The facility will feature specialized food storage and distribution capabilities, including refrigerated/frozen storage, loading dock facilities, and provisions for a future community kitchen.
The RFP linked below contains complete project scope, contractor qualifications, federal funding requirements, and proposal guidelines. Prospective bidders are encouraged to submit a Letter of Intent to Bid to kharrow@oregonfoodbank.org to receive any procurement process updates prior to the proposal deadline. Proposals must be submitted by November 21, 2025 (Updated deadline: December 5, 2025). For any questions regarding this RFP, please reach out to Kira Harrow at kharrow@oregonfoodbank.org or 503.334.4530.
