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The OBDC Construction Academy continues to help small contractors build capacity and compete for more opportunities. Join us online this November for two powerful sessions led by Daniel Odion, P.E., PMP, designed to strengthen your business strategy, performance, and project delivery.

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💼 Winning Strategies for Subcontractor Bidding & Pre-Award Interviews

Wednesday, November 12 | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM (Online)
Learn how to prepare strong bids, communicate your value, and make a lasting impression during pre-award interviews. This class is packed with real-world insights to help subcontractors win more work and build strong relationships with primes and owners.

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📋 Developing Contract Scope for Effective Project & Program Delivery

Wednesday, November 19 | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM (Online)
A strong scope sets the tone for success. Discover how to develop clear, detailed scopes of work that improve project outcomes, reduce disputes, and strengthen collaboration across your team and client partners.

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🎟️ Free for OBDC Members • $14.99 for Non-Members
📍 Online via Zoom
👉 Register today: buytickets.at/OBDC
🌐 Visit: OHBDC.org for more programs and resources.

The Ohio Business Development Center (OBDC)—home of the Ohio Women’s Chamber of Commerce (OWCC)—is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Virtual Assistant to join our team.

The ideal candidate is organized, tech-savvy, and passionate about supporting small businesses and community development. This remote position supports daily operations and coordinates events, meetings, and programs across our growing network.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing emails, scheduling, and digital filing

• Updating websites and online calendars

• Maintaining the client database and contact lists

• Assisting with event logistics and partner communication

• Preparing reports, notes, and internal updates

Position Details:
💻 Remote – must be available during business hours (EST)
🕒 10–15 hours per week
💰 $1,250/month (contract position)
📅 Reports to: Ronda Watson Barber, Executive Director

If you’re organized, proactive, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you!

📧 To apply:
Send your resume, short introduction, and availability to rbarber@ohbdc.org.

Stay informed about the latest contracting opportunities, business events, and supplier diversity news from across Ohio.

🔨 Featured projects include:
✔️ Design-Build Roof Replacement
✔️ City of West Carrollton WTP
✔️ Roof Repair at Linden HS
✔️ Linen & Laundry Services
✔️ Landscape Services

🎥 Plus — watch the 2025 OhioMBE Awards Highlight Video now!
👉 https://youtu.be/YiPpqaXChNE

Get your FREE subscription at OhioMBE.com and never miss an update.

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Legal Notice: RFP 2025-017 Landscape Services

The Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority is seeking Request for proposals for Landscape Services. The response deadline is Thursday November 20th, 2025, at 2:00PM. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for Monday November 10, 2025, at 2:00pm. To obtain a copy of the RFP please visit our website, www.cmhanet.com or by
contacting the Purchasing Department of the Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority at 880 E. 11th Ave, Columbus, Ohio 43211 or by calling 614-421-4433, 8:00 AM–4:00
PM, Monday – Friday.

LEGAL NOTICE
ROOF REPAIR AT LINDEN MCKINLEY HS

Electronic bids for the above-referenced project will be received by the BOARD OF
EDUCATION, City School District of Columbus, Ohio, Office of Capital Improvements, (via
Public Purchase), until Friday, November 14, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. More information can be found
on the District’s web site at http://www.columbus.k12.oh.us/rfp. The plans and specifications are on
file with Franklin Imaging.

📅 Proposal Opening: November 19, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.
🏛️ Issued By: Franklin County Board of Commissioners, on behalf of the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas Domestic Relations Division and Juvenile Branch

Franklin County is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to provide linen and laundry services for the Juvenile Intervention Center facility.

📌 Additional Details:
All amendments and clarifications will be posted on the Franklin County Purchasing Department website:
🔗 http://purchasing.franklincountyohio.gov/businesses/bid-opportunities/
Vendors are solely responsible for monitoring the site for updates.

✉️ Questions?
Contact Sandra Hernandez, Bidding Coordinator
📧 Sandra.Hernandez@franklincountyohio.gov
📞 614-525-5860
🕔 Written Question Deadline: November 7, 2025, at 5:00 PM

👩🏾‍💼 Franklin County Board of Commissioners:
Erica C. Crawley, President • John O’Grady, Commissioner • Kevin L. Boyce, Commissioner

Check out the latest edition ➡️ https://bit.ly/4oxsnUP

A publication of The 912 Group
🖋 Ronda Watson Barber, Publisher

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🔨 Featured Contracting Opportunities

• Design-Build (HVAC Improvements) Roof Replacement – Due Nov. 6
• City of West Carrollton WTP – Due Nov. 6
• Fire Alarm Upgrades Package II Rebid – Due Nov. 7
• Franklin County PFM & Purchasing & EECD Tenant Improvements – Due Oct. 28
• Bomb Squad Robot – Due Oct. 29

Discover more bids and resources at OhioMBE.com.

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🗓 Upcoming Events | October 22 – 29, 2025

🗣 Convos With Crawley & Wilson
📅 Wed., Oct 22 | 6 PM – 8 PM | 📍 Otterbein University Campus Center, Westerville
Join Franklin County Commission President Erica C. Crawley and Administrator Kenneth Wilson for an open community conversation.

🏆 2025 OhioMBE Awards Luncheon
📅 Thu., Oct 23 | 11 AM – 1:30 PM | 📍 Huntington Park, Columbus
Celebrate Ohio’s top MBEs, FBEs & supplier-diversity champions!
🎟 Tickets: buytickets.at/OBDC

💊 Franklin County Prescription Drug Take-Back Day
📅 Sat., Oct 25 | 10 AM – 2 PM | Participating locations countywide

🎨 Paint & Praise (Sisters in Service)
📅 Sat., Oct 25 | 11 AM – 1 PM | 📍 Trinity Baptist Church, Columbus

🏫 Our Future, Our CCS Workshop Series
📅 Oct 27 – 29 | 6 PM – 8 PM | Hosted by Columbus City Schools

✈ New Outreach Event: Columbus Airport New Terminal Project
📅 Tue., Oct 28 | 1 PM – 3 PM | 📍 Mid-Ohio Food Collective, Grove City
Hosted by Hensel Phelps & Elford Construction

🎀 OWCC “Think Pink” Breast Cancer Awareness Session (Online)
📅 Wed., Oct 29 | 11:30 AM – 1 PM | 💻 Zoom
Hosted by the Ohio Women’s Chamber of Commerce
🔗 Register FREE at WomenInOhio.com

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📢 Submit Your Event for FREE at OhioDiversityNetworks.com

Reach diverse business and community audiences statewide.

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📰 Must-Reads on OhioMBE.com

• Columbus City Schools Board Candidates Respond to Questions on Transparency, Accountability, and the LEDE Program
• Taxation Without Participation
• Is Columbus City Schools Really Committed to Black Vendors? Where’s the Outreach?
• CCS Capital Improvement Dollars — Who’s Really Winning?

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Today, Thursday, October 23, 2025, we celebrate small-business excellence at the 2025 OhioMBE Awards, presented by the Ohio Business Development Center (OBDC).

📍 Huntington Park, 330 Huntington Park Ln, Columbus, OH
🕚 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Program Highlights

• Keynote: Jeanna Hondel, Ascension Construction Solutions
• Legend Award: Smoot Construction
• Frank W. Watson Advocacy Award: Felix (Columbus Zoo & Aquarium)
• Publisher’s Award: Fortuna Bank
• Recognition of Top MBE, Top FBE, and Top Family Business honorees

📸 Attendees: share photos and tag #2025OhioMBEAwards.
Proceeds benefit the programs of the Ohio Business Development Center (OBDC).

🎀 The Ohio Women’s Chamber of Commerce (OWCC) invites women entrepreneurs, business professionals, and community members to participate in a special online Breast Cancer Awareness Session on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM.

This virtual gathering — themed “Think Pink: Awareness, Action & Advocacy” — will feature healthcare professionals, survivor stories, and community resources to inspire, educate, and empower women during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

💬 Highlights include:

• 👩🏾‍⚕️ Medical Perspective: Prevention, screenings, and early detection
• 💗 Survivor Spotlight: Real stories of resilience and hope
• 📚 Resources & Support: Local and national organizations available to help
• ❓ Interactive Q&A: Engage directly with speakers and advocates

The session is free and open to the public, but registration is required.

👉 Register at WomenInOhio.com

Let’s come together to raise awareness, celebrate survivors, and take action for women’s health across Ohio.

📢 The Board of Education, City School District of Columbus, Ohio is accepting electronic bids for:

Project: Fire Alarm Upgrades – Package II (Rebid)
Bid Due Date: Friday, November 7, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.

📝 Project Summary:
Columbus City Schools is seeking qualified contractors to provide fire alarm upgrades across multiple sites as part of its ongoing facilities improvement initiatives.

📂 More Information:
Plans and specifications are available through Franklin Imaging.
Bid documents and submission details can be accessed on the District’s website:
👉 http://www.columbus.k12.oh.us/rfp

💻 Submission:
All bids must be submitted electronically via Public Purchase.

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