When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 9, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 13, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $150,000 – $300,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by Oregon Department of Administrative Services, State Procurement Services. The work is located in Salem, Oregon, United States.

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Overview

Financial, Legal, HR & Staffing

Salem, Oregon, United StatesPosted: October 9, 2026Deadline: November 9, 2026

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SUMMARY

The Oregon Public Utility Commission is seeking a third-party administrator for the Oregon Universal Service Fund to manage contributions from telecommunications service providers and disbursements to eligible carriers.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have at least one year of experience as a universal service fund administrator or in administering a similar fund
Must perform services from secure facilities owned or leased by the proposer
Must have the technology and qualified staff to perform services within specified timeframes
Must not be affiliated with any telecommunications service provider
Must not have any significant financial interest in any telecommunications service provider
Must be authorized to transact business in the State of Oregon

BUDGET

Estimate

$150,000 – $300,000

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

TIMELINE

Questions/Requests for Clarification Due: October 13th, 2026

RFP Opening (Proposal Due): November 9th, 2026

Issuance of Notice of Intent to Award: November 17th, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

October 13, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

Oregon Department of Administrative Services, State Procurement Services

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DESCRIPTION

The Oregon Public Utility Commission (PUC) requires a third-party administrator for the Oregon Universal Service Fund (OUS Fund). The administrator will manage the OUS Fund web-based system, ensure telecommunications service providers file required forms and make contributions correctly and on time, process disbursements to eligible telecommunications carriers, and provide quarterly updates to the OUS Fund Advisory Board. The contract term is one year with options to renew.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due November 9, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 13, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $150,000 – $300,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Oregon Department of Administrative Services, State Procurement Services. The work is located in Salem, Oregon, United States.

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