Sutherlin approves $567,612.05 contract for new fire training facility using state funds
Jan 14, 2026
Using funds authorized in House Bill 5006, council approved a sole-source contract with a manufacturer for a $567,612.05 fire training facility; staff said the vendor offered material and labor discounts and that project budgeting will be spread through upcoming fiscal processes.
The full story
Community Development Director Christy Goldberg told council the Legislature authorized $504,000 for a fire training facility under House Bill 5006 and staff solicited quotes; the recommended vendor (a specialized manufacturer) provided the best match for operational needs and long-term training goals. Goldberg presented a bid in the amount of $567,612.05 and said the vendor offered discounts (10% on materials and 5% on labor) that made the selection acceptable to the city.
Sign up to keep reading.
Your free newsletter brings you what your city council, county, and school board discussed and decided.
