Invitation to Bid

Prequalified bidders are hereby invited by The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Association (CZA) to submit proposals for the Special Inspections Services for North America Trek Project. Proposals for the project will be received by The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium (CZA) until 12:00PM ET on October 24, 2023.
Bids must be received on the included bid form and must be submitted via email to Karen.Schenk@columbuszoo.org and Ryan.Albright@columbuszoo.org Bids arriving after the
above date and time will be rejected.

Any questions pertaining to the interpretation of the contract documents are to be submitted
in email to electronically to Karen Schenk, Karen.Schenk@columbuszoo.org. No questions will be heard after 5PM ET on Friday, October 20, 2023. Answers deemed necessary will be given in the form of an addendum to the bidding documents and issued to firms on record with The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Association (CZA) as confirmed bidding contractors.

The Ohio Business Development Center (OBDC) is pleased to announce that nine local businesses and its CEO, Ronda Watson Barber, have become EPA-Certified Lead Renovators. This achievement was made possible through funding from the Franklin County Commissioners and falls under the OBDC Construction Academy.

Quote from Ronda Watson Barber, CEO of OBDC:

“Columbus is experiencing a construction boom, and OBDC is committed to preparing local contractors for this growth.”

Additional Highlights:

• Four of the certified vendors are also LEDE-certified with Columbus City Schools and can begin work on projects immediately.
• The CCS Outreach Coordinator attended the training and provided insights into their supplier diversity program.

The day-long training session was held at Kokosing Construction in Westerville and included hands-on demonstrations, equipping attendees with the practical skills required for lead-safe renovation practices.

About Ohio Business Development Center (OBDC):

OBDC is a leading business development organization in Central Ohio, offering various programs and services aimed at equipping local businesses with the skills and opportunities they need to succeed. For more information on future training opportunities, please visit OHBDC.org.

Looking to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in Columbus Airport’s new Terminal project? Join Hensel Phelps and Elford on October 5th for an exclusive information session! Register now at https://bit.ly/3PoVWIq so you don’t miss out on all the exciting news coming your way. #ColumbusAirport #NewTerminal #BusinessOpportunities #StayInformed #HenselPhelps #Elford

Attention all businesses! The Columbus Airport has issued a new bid notice for the NAVAID Control Cable Loop Replacement project. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to showcase your expertise and experience in the field. More information and bid details can be found at OhioMBE. Let’s get to work and make a difference in the community! #ColumbusAirport https://ohiombe.com/archives/21842

Columbus Airport Authority (CRAA) has issued a bid notice for the RGLP Cargo Campus Tree Clearing Project at Rickenbacker Airport. Get the opportunity to work on this exciting project and contribute to the growth of Columbus Airports. Visit OhioMBE for more details about the bid notices and don’t miss out on this chance to showcase your skills and expertise. #construction #columbusairports #bidnotices #ohiombe #businessgrowth https://ohiombe.com/archives/21836

Attention all Ohio businesses! Save the date for the CRAA DBE/DBP Outreach Event on Oct. 5! This is your chance to get the inside scoop on the new Columbus Airport Terminal, and connect with top industry players like Hensel Phelps and Elford. Plus, learn how you can participate in supplier diversity initiatives and support Ohio’s construction industry. Don’t miss out on this invaluable event! Register now at https://bit.ly/3PoVWIq. #ohiombe #bidnotices #henselphelps #elford #craa #supplierdiversity #ohio #construction