Kenmore Construction – Bid Announcement: City of Columbus โ€“ Blacklick Creek Sanitary Interceptor Sewer โ€“ Shaft 1 Control Gate Project

Kenmore Construction Co., Inc. is seeking proposals from MBE/WBE firms certified through the City of Columbus – Office of Diversity and Inclusion for the following opportunity:

๐Ÿ”ง Project Overview:

  • Project Name: Blacklick Creek Sanitary Interceptor Sewer โ€“ Shaft 1 Control Gate
  • CIP #: 650034-100010
  • Bid Due: May 7, 2025, at 3:00 PM EST
  • Proposal Deadline to Kenmore: May 6, 2025, by 12:00 PM (Local Time)
  • Project Duration: Substantial completion within 365 days; final completion within 455 days

๐Ÿ“ Locations:

  • Control Gate Site: 7234 Blacklick Ridge Blvd., Blacklick, OH 43137
  • Remote Monitoring Site (MF34): 4411 Marketing Place, Groveport, OH 43125
  • Remote Monitoring Site (MF18): 2127 Integrity Drive S., Columbus, OH 43209

๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Subcontracting Opportunities Available In:

๐Ÿงฑ Concrete & Site Work | ๐Ÿ”ฉ Metals & Fasteners | ๐Ÿšฐ Mechanical & Electrical | ๐Ÿงฐ Instrumentation & Controls | ๐Ÿšง Excavation & Paving
โ€ฆand more! Partial scopes and material supply opportunities are welcomed.

๐Ÿ“ฉ Request Bid Documents or Submit Quotes To:

Adam Kohler โ€“ ๐Ÿ“ง adamk@kenmorecompanies.com | โ˜Ž๏ธ 330-762-9373 | ๐Ÿ“  Fax: 330-762-2135

๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Assistance in bonding, insurance, or mentoring is available upon request.

๐Ÿ“ Company Address:
Kenmore Construction Co., Inc.
Columbus Office: 2924 Banwick Rd., Columbus, OH 43232
Akron Office: 700 Home Ave., Akron, OH 44310

Kenmore Construction is committed to engaging diverse firms and encourages all certified MBE/WBE vendors to participate!

#BidNotice #ConstructionOpportunities #ColumbusProjects #MBE #WBE #KenmoreConstruction #SupplierDiversity #OhioMBE #InfrastructureProjects

Vendor Opportunity at the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium

On May 21, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium will host a special Vendor Forum at the Africa Event Center, designed to strengthen local partnerships and introduce new opportunities for collaboration.

Attendees will learn how to do business with:
๐Ÿฆ“ Columbus Zoo & Aquarium
๐Ÿฆ’ The Wilds
๐Ÿ’ฆ Zoombezi Bay
โ›ณ Safari Golf Club

This forum will offer guidance on:
โœ… Becoming a registered supplier
โœ… Navigating the Zooโ€™s purchasing software
โœ… Exploring current and future business opportunities
โœ… Connecting directly with purchasing teams
โœ… Registering as a small or minority-owned business
โœ… Understanding the Zooโ€™s commitment to local, sustainable, and inclusive sourcing

๐Ÿ“… Advance registration is required by May 16.
๐Ÿ”— Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/w4x7dRswBz

#ColumbusZoo #VendorForum #BusinessOpportunities #MBE #SupplierDiversity #SmallBusiness #OhioMBE #SustainableSourcing

The April 16 OhioMBE Bid Board is Live! ๐Ÿšจ

The April 16 edition of the OhioMBE Bid Board is now available โ€” featuring new contracting opportunities and business resources to support Ohioโ€™s small and minority-owned businesses.


๐Ÿ“ข Contracting Opportunities Include:
๐Ÿข Easton Office Renovations โ€“ Bids due May 13
๐Ÿ›ซ Passenger Boarding Bridges โ€“ Now open
๐Ÿงพ Professional Engineering Services โ€“ Bids due April 24
๐Ÿ”ง General Home Repair Services โ€“ Bids due May 28
๐Ÿ“‘ Process Server Services โ€“ Bids due May 21
๐Ÿ˜๏ธ Brentnell Pointe & Lofts at 40 Long โ€“ Project details inside

๐Ÿ“Œ Read the complete Bid Board here: https://bit.ly/4jeY57g


๐ŸŽ“ OBDC Business Training

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Bonding & Insurance for Construction Companies
๐Ÿ“… April 16 | 11:30 AM
๐ŸŽ“ Presented by Sylvia A. Garrett & Associates

๐Ÿ’ฐ Funding HER Future: Capital for Women-Owned Businesses
๐Ÿ“… April 22 | 11:30 AM โ€“ 1:00 PM
๐Ÿ’ฌ Learn about funding, banking, and building business credit

๐Ÿ“ Register now at: OHBDC.org


๐Ÿ“ฐ Must-Reads on OhioMBE.com:

  • โ€œWhy Iโ€™m Canceling My NAACP Membershipโ€
  • โ€œOhio Womenโ€™s Chamber Launches Statewide Surveyโ€
  • โ€œWho Is Fighting for Black Business Inclusion?โ€
  • โ€œProcurement Fair & Business Success Summit Recapโ€
  • โ€œColumbus City Schools Continues to Fail LEDE Vendorsโ€

๐Ÿ“ข Please share the April 16 Bid Board with another business owner and encourage them to subscribe at OhioMBE.com!

Best regards,
Ronda Watson Barber
Publisher, OhioMBE

๐Ÿ“ข RFP Alert: Process Server Services Needed!

The Franklin County Board of Commissioners, on behalf of the Child Support Enforcement Agency, is now accepting proposals for RFP #2025-08-02 โ€“ Process Server Services.

๐Ÿ“… Proposal Deadline: May 21, 2025, at 2:00 PM EDT
๐Ÿ“ฌ Written Questions Due: April 29, 2025, by 12:00 PM

๐Ÿ” Full details & documents:
๐ŸŒ http://purchasing.franklincountyohio.gov/businesses/bid-opportunities/

๐Ÿ“ž Contact: Annie Spann at annie.spann1@franklincountyohio.gov | 614-525-3673

Donโ€™t miss this opportunity to provide professional services in support of child support enforcement!

#RFP #BidOpportunity #FranklinCounty #ProcessServer #ChildSupport #GovernmentContracts #OhioMBE #PublicProcurement

Learn About Bonding & Insurance โ€“ Free Online Workshop from OBDC Construction Academy

The OBDC Construction Academy is hosting a free online workshop, โ€œBonding & Insurance for Construction Companies,โ€ on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at 11:30 AM.

Presented by Sylvia A. Garrett & Associates, Agency, this session will break down what construction businesses need to know about bonding, insurance requirements, and risk management strategies to stay competitive and compliant.

โœ… Understand types of bonds and when theyโ€™re required
โœ… Learn what insurance coverage your construction business needs
โœ… Get expert guidance and ask your questions live

๐Ÿ’ป This online class is free and open to all.

๐Ÿ“… Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2025
๐Ÿ•’ Time: 11:30 AM
๐Ÿ“ Location: Online

Register now at OHBDC.org โ€“ Donโ€™t miss this valuable opportunity!

๐Ÿ“ข Bid Opportunity: CMHA Easton Office Renovation

The Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA) is accepting bids for the Easton Office Renovation at 3400 Morse Crossing, Columbus, OH.

๐Ÿ“… Bid Opening: Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at 11:00 AM
๐Ÿ“ Attend: Virtually via Zoom (request link from cbelcastro@cmhanet.com) or in person at 880 E. 11th Avenue, Columbus, OH

๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Pre-Bid Meeting: Thursday, April 17, 2025, at 11:00 AM (on-site)
๐Ÿ“„ Documents Available: Starting April 11, 2025 at https://cmhanet.com/Business/ConstructionContracts or at www.dcplanroom.com

๐Ÿ’ผ Requirements:
โœ… 5% Bid Bond
โœ… Davis-Bacon Act Compliance
โœ… Section 3 Participation (10%)
โœ… MBE Goal (20%)

๐Ÿ“ฆ Bids must be mailed or dropped off at 880 E. 11th Ave before 11:00 AM on May 13.

#BidNotice #CMHA #ColumbusConstruction #EastonRenovation #MBE #Section3 #OhioMBE #HousingAuthorityProjects #DavisBacon

OBDC Construction Academy Hosts April 10 Workshop on Preparing Winning Quotes

The OBDC Construction Academy will present an online class titled โ€œHow to Prepare Your Quote: Winning the Jobโ€ on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at 6:00 PM. This workshop is designed for construction professionals, small business owners, and subcontractors looking to improve their bidding success and profitability.

The class will be led by Daniel Odion, PE, PMP, who will share real-world strategies and tips to help participants create clear, competitive, and compelling quotes.

This event is part of OBDCโ€™s ongoing commitment to helping businesses grow through practical education and training.

  • ๐Ÿ’ป Online Format โ€“ Join from Anywhere
  • ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Free for OBDC Members | $10 for Non-members

Register now at OHBDC.org โ€“ Space is limited!

New attendee added: The City of Whitehall

OhioMBE is proud to announce that the City of Whitehall will be attending the upcoming April 23 OhioMBE Procurement Fair!

Join us for a powerful networking event where small business owners meet one-on-one with organizations committed to supplier diversity.

๐Ÿ—“ Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2025
๐Ÿ•š Time: 11:00 AM โ€“ 2:00 PM
๐Ÿ“ Hosted by Kokosing Industrial

Confirmed Attendees:
โœ… Kokosing Industrial (Host & Participant)
โœ… Franklin County
โœ… New Albany City Schools
โœ… City of Whitehall

๐ŸŽฏ Why Attend?

  • Build direct relationships with decision-makers
  • Learn about upcoming projects
  • Market your business in a focused, professional setting
  • Advance your position in competitive bid processes

๐Ÿ”— Register now at buytickets.at/the912group
Make New Contracting Connections!

#OhioMBE #ProcurementFair #SupplierDiversity #SmallBusinessSuccess #FranklinCounty #NewAlbanySchools #CityOfWhitehall #KokosingIndustrial #DiverseSuppliers

๐Ÿšจ The April 9 OhioMBE Bid Board is Live! ๐Ÿšจ

๐Ÿ“ข New bids include:
๐Ÿ—๏ธ Centennial HS Outdoor Classroom (due 4/15)
๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ 2025 Township Resurfacing Program
๐Ÿงพ Deputy Uniforms & Title Insurance Services
๐Ÿ—๏ธ Engineering Services & more!

๐Ÿ“… Donโ€™t miss the OhioMBE Procurement Fair on April 23 at Kokosing Industrial!

๐ŸŽ“ Upcoming OBDC Classes:
๐Ÿ’ผ How to Prepare Your Quote โ€“ April 10
๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Bonding & Insurance โ€“ April 16
๐Ÿ’ฐ Funding HER Future โ€“ April 22

๐Ÿ“Œ Read the full Bid Board: https://bit.ly/42nie3x
๐Ÿ” Share with another business owner!

#OhioMBE #BidBoard #BlackBusiness #ConstructionOpportunities #ProcurementFair #WomenInBusiness #SupportLocal #BuildSmart ๐Ÿš€

April OhioMBE Procurement Fair: New Contracting Connections Await!

The April OhioMBE Procurement Fair is your opportunity to grow your business and connect with organizations committed to supplier diversity.

ย Date:ย Wednesday,ย April 23, 2025
ย Time:ย 11:00 AM โ€“ 2:00 PM
ย Location:ย Hosted byย Kokosing Industrial

Weโ€™re excited to welcome:
ย Franklin County
ย New Albany Schools
ย Kokosing Industrialย (host & participant)

Small business owners will have the opportunity to schedule 15-minute one-on-one appointments with procurement professionals. These sessions are designed to help you introduce your business, learn about upcoming projects, and position yourself for success in future contracting opportunities.

ย Why Attend?

  • Build direct relationshipsย with decision-makers
  • Learn about upcoming projects
  • Market your businessย in a focused, professional setting
  • Advance your positionย in competitive bid processes

ย Register now atย https://buytickets.at/the912group
ย Space is limited โ€“ secure your spot today!

Make New Contracting Connections!