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City of Columbus – Department of Public Service
111 N Front St Fl 4, Columbus, OH 43215-2875
(614) 645-3111
General Info
Standard Documents
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Prevailing Wage Guide for Contractors
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Upcoming Solicitations
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Facilities - Traffic Maintenance Facility Phase 3
RFQ030703
1.1 Scope: The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids until July 24, 2025, at 1:00 PM local time, for construction services for the Facilities – Traffic Maintenance Facility Phase 3 project. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
This project involves renovation of the sign shop, fabrication, and storage spaces. Work includes walls to be removed, added, and adjusted as designed in order to repurpose certain areas. New furniture and storage shelving will be provided. Additionally, removal of the existing HVAC unit that is currently mounted on the roof, as well as removal and/or modification of HVAC duct work and controls. Minor electrical work will be necessary to support renovations and HVAC work, and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract, as set forth in this Invitation For Bid (IFB).
All questions concerning this project are to be sent to capitalprojects@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions will be specified in the IFB; phone calls will not be accepted. Responses will be posted on Bid Express at www.bidexpress.com as an addendum.
A pre-bid meeting will be held prior to bid opening on Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025 at 12:00 P.M. at 1820 East 17th Avenue, Columbus, OH 43219.
Notice of published addenda will be posted on the City’s Vendor Services web site and all addenda will be posted on www.bidexpress.com.
1.2 Classification: All bid documents (Invitation for Bid, technical specifications, plans, and future addenda) will be available for review and download on Bid Express at www.bidexpress.com after the IFB is published. Firms must meet the mandatory requirements stated in the IFB for a bid to be considered for contract award.
1.3 Bid Express: If you do not have an account with Bid Express and you would like to review project information or submit a bid, you will need to register for an account. Go to www.bidexpress.com in order to sign up.
1.4 Vendor Registration:
Vendors must register on the Vendor Services portal before doing business with the City of Columbus. To get registered, please visit the following link:
https://new.columbus.gov/Business-Development/Bids-Solicitations/Vendor-Resources.
After vendor registration, you will receive an email inviting you to complete the required Contract Compliance (EBO) Questionnaire. Vendors must be contract compliant in order to do business with the City of Columbus. To get compliant, please visit the following link:
https://new.columbus.gov/Business-Development/Bids-Solicitations/Vendor-Resources.
To complete our online certification application, track the status of your application and receive a copy of your certification approval letter, visit: https://columbus.diversitycompliance.com/.
For more certification information or questions, contact us at: DiversityCertifications@columbus.gov.
| 07/24/2025 05:00 PM UTC |
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Facilities - North Outpost CNG
RFQ030747
1.1 Scope: The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids until July 31, 2025, at 1:00 PM local time, for construction services for the Facilities – North Outpost CNG project. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
This project involves removal and replacement of two, existing exhaust fans with one, new exhaust fan and related electrical work. Plumbing and electrical work will be required for the new Makeup Air Unit that will serve the vehicle storage area. A new louver and ductwork will be installed in support of the Makeup Air Unit. A new gas detection system will be added. Controls work for systems listed above will be required, and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract, as set forth in this Invitation For Bid (IFB).
All questions concerning this project are to be sent to capitalprojects@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions will be specified in the IFB; phone calls will not be accepted. Responses will be posted on Bid Express at www.bidexpress.com as an addendum.
A pre-bid meeting will be held on Thursday, July 10th, 2025 at 1:00 P.M., at 500 Scherers Court, Columbus, Ohio 43085.
Notice of published addenda will be posted on the City’s Vendor Services web site and all addenda will be posted on www.bidexpress.com.
1.2 Classification: All bid documents (Invitation for Bid, technical specifications, plans, and future addenda) will be available for review and download on Bid Express at www.bidexpress.com after the IFB is published. Firms must meet the mandatory requirements stated in the IFB for a bid to be considered for contract award.
1.3 Bid Express: If you do not have an account with Bid Express and you would like to review project information or submit a bid, you will need to register for an account. Go to www.bidexpress.com in order to sign up.
1.4 Vendor Registration:
Vendors must register on the Vendor Services portal before doing business with the City of Columbus. To get registered, please visit the following link:
https://new.columbus.gov/Business-Development/Bids-Solicitations/Vendor-Resources.
After vendor registration, you will receive an email inviting you to complete the required Contract Compliance (EBO) Questionnaire. Vendors must be contract compliant in order to do business with the City of Columbus. To get compliant, please visit the following link:
https://new.columbus.gov/Business-Development/Bids-Solicitations/Vendor-Resources.
To complete our online certification application, track the status of your application and receive a copy of your certification approval letter, visit: https://columbus.diversitycompliance.com/.
For more certification information or questions, contact us at: DiversityCertifications@columbus.gov.
| 07/31/2025 05:00 PM UTC |
Closed Solicitations
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Pedestrian Safety - Sidewalk Replacement (2021 Tree Root)
1.1 Scope: The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids until April 1, 2021 at 1:00 PM local time, for construction services for the Pedestrian Safety - Sidewalk Replacement (2021 Tree Root) CIP 590105-100463 project. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
This project involves repairing sidewalk damaged by City street tree roots by removing and replacing concrete, and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract, as set forth in this Invitation For Bid (IFB).
A pre-bid meeting will not be held.
Notice of published addenda will be posted on the City’s Vendor Services web site and all addenda will be posted on www.bidexpress.com.
1.2 Classification: All bid documents (Invitation for Bid, technical specifications, plans, and future addenda) are available for review and download at www.bidexpress.com. Firms wishing to submit a bid must meet the mandatory requirements stated in the IFB, including being prequalified by the City of Columbus Office of Construction Prequalification. All questions concerning this project are to be sent to capitalprojects@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions is March 23, 2021; phone calls will not be accepted. Responses will be posted on Bid Express as an addendum.
1.3 Bid Express: If you do not have an account with Bid Express and you would like to review projects information or submit a bid, you will need to register for an account. Go to www.bidexpress.com in order to sign up.
| 04/01/2021 05:00 PM UTC |
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Intersection Improvements - Hilliard Rome Road at Feder Road PID 98557
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids until March 25, 2021 at 1:00 PM local time, for construction services for the Intersection Improvements - Hilliard Rome Road at Feder Road PID 98557, Capital Improvement Project P530086-100027 project. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
This project involves widening and resurfacing Hilliard Rome Road, Feder Road and Fisher Road, adding turn lanes at the intersection of Hilliard Rome Road and Feder Road, the installation of sidewalk, ADA curb ramps, a stormwater basin, new storm sewer, curb and gutter, street lighting, mast arm traffic signal at Hilliard Rome Road and Feder Road, and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract, as set forth in this Invitation For Bid (IFB).
A pre-bid meeting will not be held.
The DBE Goal for this project is 8%.
All bid documents (Invitation for Bid, technical specifications, plans, and future addenda) are available for review and download at www.bidexpress.com. Firms wishing to submit a bid must meet the mandatory requirements stated in the IFB. All questions concerning this project are to be sent to capitalprojects@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions is March 12, 2021. Phone calls will not be accepted. Responses will be posted on Bid Express as an addendum. Notice of published addenda will be posted on the City’s Vendor Services web site and all addenda will be posted on www.bidexpress.com.
Bidders who wish to learn more about the Bid Express service or to sign up for an account can visit the Bid Express web site at https://www.bidexpress.com or call Bid Express customer support at 1-888-352-BIDX for information. Bidders must also have an account with one of Bid Express’ surety verification companies, either Surety 2000 (www.surety2000.com/default.asp) or Insure Vision (web.insurevision.com/ebonding/). Contact them directly to set up an account.
Only pre-qualified contractors are eligible to submit bids for this project. Pre-qualification status must be in force at the time of bid, at the time of award, and through the life of the construction contract. The "prime" contractor must perform no less than 50 percent of the total original price.
| 03/25/2021 05:00 PM UTC |
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Resurfacing 2021 Project 0
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids until March 4, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. local time, for construction services for the Resurfacing - 2021 Project 0. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
This contract repairs and resurfaces 64 City streets and constructs 157 - ADA curb ramps along those streets. The work consists of milling the existing pavement, overlaying with new asphalt concrete, and replacing curb and sidewalk associated with installing ADA wheelchair ramps. Where warranted, the plans also call for areas of full depth pavement repair. This project also includes the removal of existing parking meter posts in designated areas and the installation of concrete foundations for the installation of parking kiosks. Additionally, other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract, in accordance with the drawings, technical specifications, plans at 1877 Drawer A and City of Columbus Construction and Material specifications set forth in this Invitation For Bid (IFB).
A pre-bid meeting will not be held.
All questions concerning this project are to be sent to capitalprojects@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions is February 19, 2021; phone calls will not be accepted.
Notice of published addenda will be posted on the City’s Vendor Services web site and all addenda shall be posted on www.bidexpress.com.
All bid documents (Invitation for Bid, technical specifications, plans, and future addenda) are available for review and download at www.bidexpress.com. Firms wishing to submit a bid must meet the mandatory requirements stated in the IFB, including being prequalified by the City of Columbus Office of Construction Prequalification.
| 03/04/2021 06:00 PM UTC |
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Bikeway Development - Norton Road Shared Use Path (Camp Chase Trail to Hall Road)
1.1 Scope: The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids until March 4, 2021 at 1:00 PM local time, for construction services for the Bikeway Development - Norton Road Shared Use Path (Camp Chase Trail to Hall Road) project. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
This project involves construction of one half mile of 10' wide shared use path along the west side of Norton Road from the Camp Chase Trail to Hall Road including drainage improvements, ADA crossings, and modifications to the intersection curb ramps to accommodate the shared use path, and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract, as set forth in this Invitation For Bid (IFB).
A pre-bid meeting will not be held.
Notice of published addenda will be posted on the City’s Vendor Services web site and all addenda will be posted on www.bidexpress.com.
1.2 Classification: All bid documents (Invitation for Bid, technical specifications, plans, and future addenda) are available for review and download at www.bidexpress.com. Firms wishing to submit a bid must meet the mandatory requirements stated in the IFB, including being prequalified by the City of Columbus Office of Construction Prequalification. All questions concerning this project are to be sent to capitalprojects@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions is February 19, 2021; phone calls will not be accepted. Responses will be posted on Bid Express as an addendum.
1.3 Bid Express: If you do not have an account with Bid Express and you would like to review projects information or submit a bid, you will need to register for an account. Go to www.bidexpress.com in order to sign up.
| 03/04/2021 06:00 PM UTC |
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Pedestrian Safety Improvements Toronto Street Sidewalks PID 106396
Electronic proposals will be received by the Department of Public Service through Bid Express at https://www.bidexpress.com, until March 2, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. local time, for Pedestrian Safety Improvements - Toronto Street Sidewalks PID 106396, C.I.P. No. 590105-100446.
Hard copy proposals will not be accepted by the City.
The work for which proposals are invited consists of: installing sidewalk, ADA curb ramps, 80 feet of retaining wall, minor storm upgrades, replacing drive aprons on the south side of Toronto Street from Trevitt Street to North Champion Avenue, and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract in accordance with the plans and specifications set forth at https://www.bidexpress.com.
The DBE Goal for this project is 5%.
Only pre-qualified contractors are eligible to submit bids for this PROJECT. Pre-qualification status must be in force at the time of bid, at the time of award, and through the life of the construction contract. The "prime" contractor must perform no less than 50 percent of the total original price.
Questions pertaining to the plans, specifications, IFB, and/or other contract documents must be submitted in writing to the Office of Support Services by email to capitalprojects@columbus.gov on or before February 12, 2021. No phone calls will be accepted.
Bidders who wish to learn more about the Bid Express service or to sign up for an account can visit the Bid Express web site at https://www.bidexpress.com or call Bid Express customer support at 1-888-352-BIDX for information. Bidders must also have an account with one of Bid Express’ surety verification companies, either Surety 2000 (www.surety2000.com/default.asp) or Insure Vision (web.insurevision.com/ebonding/). Contact them directly to set up an account.
Bidders must have an account with Bid Express and either Surety 2000 or Insure Vision in order to bid on this project.
| 03/02/2021 06:00 PM UTC |
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Intersection Improvements FRA-CR14-1.99 PID 107240 Refugee Road at Winchester Pike
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids until March 2, 2021 at 1:00 PM local time, for construction services for the Intersection Improvements – Refugee Road at Winchester Pike project, PID 107240, Capital Improvement Project 538000-100000. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
This project consists of improvements to the intersection of Refugee Road at Winchester Pike to replace the existing traffic signal with a new mast arm pole signal. The signal will also be designed with radar detection, signal head back plates, and pedestrian accommodations. Roadway modifications will include adjustments to the southeast corner. The southern leg will be restriped to provide access management, and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract, as set forth in this Invitation For Bid (IFB).
A pre-bid meeting will not be held.
The DBE Goal for this project is 7%.
All bid documents (Invitation for Bid, technical specifications, plans, and future addenda) are available for review and download at www.bidexpress.com. Firms wishing to submit a bid must meet the mandatory requirements stated in the IFB. All questions concerning this project are to be sent to capitalprojects@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions is February 16, 2021; phone calls will not be accepted. Responses will be posted on Bid Express as an addendum. Notice of published addenda will be posted on the City’s Vendor Services web site and all addenda will be posted on www.bidexpress.com.
Bidders must also have an account with one of Bid Express’ surety verification companies: Surety 2000 (www.surety2000.com) or InSure Vision/SuretyWave (www.web.insurevision.com). Contact them directly to set up an account.
Only pre-qualified contractors are eligible to submit bids for this project. Pre-qualification status must be in force at the time of bid, at the time of award, and through the life of the construction contract. The "prime" contractor must perform no less than 50 percent of the total original price.
| 03/02/2021 06:00 PM UTC |
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Resurfacing - Urban Paving - FRA 62-12.44 (Town/Glenwood/Rich) PID 106082
Electronic proposals will be received by the Department of Public Service through Bid Express at https://www.bidexpress.com, until January 26, 2021, at 1:00 P.M. local time, for Resurfacing - Urban Paving - FRA 62-12.44 (Town/Glenwood/Rich) PID 106082, C.I.P. No. 530282-100121.
Hard copy proposals will not be accepted by the City.
The work for which proposals are invited consists of repairing and resurfacing US62 (Rich Street from Glenwood Avenue to Sandusky Street), Town Street from Central Avenue to Sandusky Street, and Glenwood Avenue from Town Street to Rich Street). The work consists of milling the existing pavement and overlaying with new asphalt concrete with full depth pavement repairs where needed, spot curb replacement with adjoining sidewalk replacement, installing ADA ramps, replacing curb and sidewalk associated with installing the ADA ramps, and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract in accordance with the plans and specifications set forth at https://www.bidexpress.com.
Only pre-qualified contractors are eligible to submit bids for this PROJECT. Pre-qualification status must be in force at the time of bid, at the time of award, and through the life of the construction contract. The "prime" contractor must perform no less than 50 percent of the total original price.
Bidders who wish to learn more about the Bid Express service or to sign up for an account can visit the Bid Express web site at https://www.bidexpress.com or call Bid Express customer support at 1-888-352-BIDX for information. Bidders must also have an account with one of Bid Express’ surety verification companies, either Surety 2000 (www.surety2000.com/default.asp) or Insure Vision (web.insurevision.com/ebonding/). Contact them directly to set up an account.
Bidders must have an account with Bid Express and either Surety 2000 or Insure Vision in order to bid on this project.
| 01/26/2021 06:00 PM UTC |
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King Lincoln District - Long, Garfield, Monroe and Talmadge
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids until January 21, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. local time, for construction services for the King Lincoln District - Long, Garfield, Monroe and Talmadge project. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
This project will reconstruct Long Street from Garfield Avenue to Monroe Avenue, the first alley north of Long Street from Garfield Avenue to Talmadge Street, and Talmadge Street from the first alley north of Long Street to approximately 150 feet north. Garfield Avenue from Long Street to Mayme Moore Place and Monroe Avenue from Long Street to approximately 300 feet north of Long Street will be resurfaced. Other work includes storm sewer, water main, sidewalks, street lighting, electric duct bank, and communications duct bank.
A pre-bid meeting will not be held.
Notice of published addenda will be posted on www.bidexpress.com.
All bid documents (Invitation for Bid, technical specifications, plans, and future addenda) are available for review and download at www.bidexpress.com. Firms wishing to submit a bid must meet the mandatory requirements stated in the IFB, including being prequalified by the City of Columbus Office of Construction Prequalification.
| 01/21/2021 06:00 PM UTC |
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CELEBRATE 1 SIDEWALK - HAMILTON AVENUE - MINNESOTA TO WEBER & CELEBRATE 1 SIDEWALK - HAMILTON AVE AND BRIARWOOD AVE ALONG LINDEN PARK - PART 1
RFQ017417 Scope: The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service, is receiving bids until January 19, 2021 at 1:00 PM local time, for construction services for Celebrate 1 Sidewalk - Hamilton Avenue - Minnesota to Weber and Celebrate 1 Sidewalk - Hamilton Ave and Briarwood Ave along Linden Park - Part 1, 590955-940029 and 590955-950029 projects. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
This project installs new sidewalk, curb, drive approaches, waterline, and storm sewers on the west side of Hamilton Avenue from Minnesota Avenue to Weber Road; constructs parallel pervious parking and sidewalk along the east side of Hamilton Avenue from Briarwood Avenue to Linden Park Drive along with curb ramps; resurfaces some areas of Hamilton Avenue; and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract, as set forth in this Invitation For Bid (IFB).
A pre-bid meeting will not be held.
Notice of published addenda will be posted on the City’s Vendor Services web site and all addenda will be posted on www.bidexpress.com. The City is replacing the City’s Vendor Services web site near the end of December 2020. From that point on for this project, all addenda will only be posted on the Bid Express site.
1.2 Classification: All bid documents (Invitation for Bid, technical specifications, plans, and future addenda) are available for review and download at www.bidexpress.com. Firms wishing to submit a bid must meet the mandatory requirements stated in the IFB, including being prequalified by the City of Columbus Office of Construction Prequalification. All questions concerning this project are to be sent to capitalprojects@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions is January 8, 2021; phone calls will not be accepted. Responses will be posted on Bid Express as an addendum.
1.3 Bid Express: If you do not have an account with Bid Express and you would like to review projects information or submit a bid, you will need to register for an account. Go to www.bidexpress.com in order to sign up.
| 01/19/2021 06:00 PM UTC |
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Bridge Rehabilitation - Lehman Road Bridge Replacement
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids until January 12, 2021 at 1:00 PM local time, for construction services for the Bridge Rehabilitation – Lehman Road Bridge Replacement project. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
This project involves replacing the existing Lehman Road bridge over Pickering Creek. The new structure will accommodate a three lane section plus paved shoulders and sidewalk on both sides. Lehman Road will be resurfaced and widened to accommodate the new bridge configuration and 4 foot paved shoulders from Gender to the eastern project limit. Sidewalk will be installed along both sides of Lehman Road. Other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract will be performed as set forth in this Invitation For Bid (IFB).
A pre-bid meeting will not be held.
Notice of published addenda will be posted on the City’s Vendor Services web site and all addenda will be posted on www.bidexpress.com. The City is replacing the City’s Vendor Services web site near the end of December 2020. From that point on for this project, all addenda will only be posted on the Bid Express site.
1.2 Classification: All bid documents (Invitation for Bid, technical specifications, plans, and future addenda) are available for review and download at www.bidexpress.com. Firms wishing to submit a bid must meet the mandatory requirements stated in the IFB, including being prequalified by the City of Columbus Office of Construction Prequalification. All questions concerning this project are to be sent to capitalprojects@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions is January 5, 2021; phone calls will not be accepted. Responses will be posted on Bid Express as an addendum.
1.3 Bid Express: If you do not have an account with Bid Express and you would like to review projects information or submit a bid, you will need to register for an account. Go to www.bidexpress.com in order to sign up.
| 01/12/2021 06:00 PM UTC |
