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Thurston County moves reconfiguration project into progressive design‑build procurement; staff outlines safety and schedule considerations

Thurston County Solid Waste Advisory Committee · March 5, 2026
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County staff said the reconfiguration project has PRC approval and the county posted an RFQ for a progressive design‑build delivery; staff emphasized early contractor involvement to protect safety and business continuity while construction occurs at the active transfer station.

Thurston County staff told its Solid Waste Advisory Committee that the county has received Project Review Committee approval and is moving the transfer‑station reconfiguration project forward using a progressive design‑build procurement method.

Matt Samuelson, the county presenter, said the RFQ was posted and advertised, and staff expect multiple qualified design‑build teams to respond. The procurement plan calls for shortlisting the top firms, issuing an RFP to the shortlisted teams and awarding a contract—staff said they anticipate…

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