NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

Bids shall be submitted electronically through the www.bidexpress.com webservice until 10:00 a.m. local time on March 18, 2025, and the same will be publicly opened at the same hour at the office of the Franklin County Engineer for the labor and material necessary for the improvement of 2025 Franklin County Resurfacing Program, in Franklin County, Ohio. EBE Goal: 8%

Project Description: Upgrading 4.918 miles of various sections of Franklin County roadways including Alkire Road, Demorest Road, Galloway Road, Hall Road, Havens Corners Road, Hilliard-Cemetery Road, Leppert Road, Morse Road, Norton Road, Rathmell Road, and Reynoldsburg-New Albany Road with asphalt resurfacing and aggregate berm material.

All proposals shall be submitted electronically through the webservice www.bidexpress.com.  Proposals must contain the name of every person interested therein and shall be accompanied by a bid guaranty and contract bond for the full amount of bid; or in lieu of the bid guaranty and contract bond the bidder may submit a bid guaranty as provided by Section 153.54 of the Revised Code in the form of a certified check or cashier’s check. The amount of the certified check or cashier’s check shall be equal to ten percent (10%) of the bid.  The certified check or cashier’s check submitted with a bid will be held as a guarantee on an accepted bid proposal.

Bidders are required to be PRE-QUALIFIED WITH THE OHIO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION to submit a bid for this project.

The contract will be awarded within 60 days of the bid opening date.  At that time, a bid guaranty and contract bond in the sum of 100% of the bid plus all add alternates shall be executed in accordance with Section 307.89 of the Revised Code of Ohio.

All qualified business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and no bidder will be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color or national origin in awarding the subject contract.

Certified Check or Cashier’s Check will be returned to all other bidders after the Contract has been awarded.

The bidder’s address shall be included along with his/her signature on the bid.

The work shall be completed no later than October 10, 2025.  Upon failure to complete the work within the time specified, the Contractor shall be governed in accordance with Section 5555.67 of the Revised Code of Ohio.  No proposal shall be considered unless it complies with all the rules and regulations set forth in the Contract documents.  All bidders are urged to carefully read the same and comply with them.  The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

OBDC is excited to present a powerful lineup of March 2025 classes designed to help entrepreneurs, small business owners, and construction professionals gain the knowledge and resources needed to succeed!

Upcoming Sessions:

🔹 Business Success Summit: Resources for Women in Business

📅 Tuesday, March 18 | 11:30 AM (EST) | Online via Zoom
💡 Featured Speakers:

• Keena Smith, CEO of the Women’s Center for Economic Opportunity
• Catrena Cannon, Columbus Chamber of Commerce
• OBDC’s Women in the Construction Industry Lunch Program & More!

This summit is designed to provide women entrepreneurs with essential business resources, funding opportunities, and professional development programs to help their businesses thrive.

🔹 Basic Blueprint Reading for Construction

📅 Tuesday, March 18 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (EST) | Online via Zoom
📖 Presented by OBDC Construction Academy, this hands-on session will cover:
✅ How to read and interpret construction blueprints
✅ Understanding key symbols and components
✅ Applying blueprint reading skills for estimating and project planning
💰 Cost: Free for OBDC Members | $10 for Non-Members

🔹 Building Business Credit & Funding Resources

📅 Tuesday, March 25 | 11:30 AM (EST) | Online via Zoom
💰 Michael Towns of Adelphi Bank will share essential strategies on:
✅ Establishing and strengthening business credit
✅ Exploring funding resources for small businesses
✅ Best practices for securing loans and financing

📌 Register today at OHBDC.org!

Don’t miss these valuable learning opportunities to strengthen your business, build your network, and take your success to the next level! We look forward to seeing you in class!

#OBDC #BusinessSuccess #WomenInBusiness #ConstructionTraining #SmallBizGrowth 🚀

“Attention DBE Companies”

Kokosing Construction Co., Inc. is preparing a bid for the City of Lancaster FAI – CR48/90/555 – VAR – Paving Project.  We are seeking quotes for any portion of the project listed that you are qualified to perform or provide supplies, which includes the following:

Asphalt and Concrete Pavement Removal, Asphalt and Concrete Pavement Repairs, Asphalt Pavement Milling, Excavation, Aggregate Base Course, Asphalt Paving, Concrete Pavement, Pavement Markings and concrete curb and gutter.

Copies of the bidding documents can be obtained from the BidExpress service at www.bidexpress.com, The Builders Exchange or at 6235 Westerville Rd., Westerville, OH  43081.  Please submit quotes to Ryan Davis via e-mail at  rad@kokosing.biz by 4:00 p.m., March 5, 2025, or fax at 740-957-9227.  Ryan may be contacted at 740-497-8966.

“Kokosing Construction Company is an equal opportunity employer.”

 

The Columbus City Schools Board of Education is accepting electronic bids for the Roof Replacement at the Food Service Production Center.

📅 Bid Due Date: Friday, March 14, 2025
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM (via Public Purchase)
🌐 More Information & Requirements: http://www.columbus.k12.oh.us/rfp
📑 Plans & Specifications: Available at Franklin Imaging

#BidNotice #ConstructionOpportunities #RoofReplacement #ColumbusCitySchools #Procurement #OhioMBE

🔨 Bid Opportunity: City of Lancaster 2025 Street Improvement Program – Paving

Kokosing Construction Co., Inc. is seeking quotes from MBE and WBE companies for various portions of this project, including:

✅ Asphalt & Concrete Pavement Removal
✅ Pavement Repairs
✅ Asphalt Pavement Milling
✅ Excavation & Aggregate Base Course
✅ Asphalt Paving & Concrete Pavement
✅ Pavement Markings & Concrete Curb & Gutter

📜 Bid Documents: Available at www.bidexpress.com, The Builders Exchange, or at 6235 Westerville Rd., Westerville, OH 43081.

📅 Quote Submission Deadline: March 5, 2025, by 4:00 PM
📧 Email Quotes to: Ryan Davis at rad@kokosing.biz
📠 Fax: 740-957-9227
📞 Questions? Call Ryan at 740-497-8966

Kokosing Construction Company is an equal opportunity employer.

#MBE #WBE #BidOpportunity #ConstructionProjects #Paving #LancasterOhio #OhioMBE #KokosingConstruction

A few spots remain for the February OhioMBE Procurement Fair! Don’t miss your opportunity to connect with Elford, Kokosing, and Ruscilli Construction and grow your business.

📅 Date: Thursday, February 27, 2025
📍 Location: The Peak at Edison, Gahanna
🔗 Register now: OhioMBE.com

Make new connections, secure contracts, and take your business to the next level! Act fast—spaces are limited!

#OhioMBE #ProcurementFair #SmallBusiness #ContractingOpportunities #MBE #Networking

The Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA) is seeking proposals from qualified providers to administer the VAWA Program, ensuring housing protections for CMHA residents experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, or stalking.

📅 Proposal Deadline: Friday, March 14, 2025, by 11:00 AM
📍 Submission Location: CMHA Central Office, 880 E. 11th Avenue, Columbus, OH 43211
📧 Electronic submissions preferred:

• Technical Responses: technicalresponse@cmhanet.com
• Fee Proposals: feeproposal@cmhanet.com

Pre-Proposal Conference

📅 Date: Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at 1:00 PM
🔗 Join via Zoom: Click Here
🆔 Meeting ID: 847 4768 9054 | 🔑 Passcode: 631990

Scope of Work:

The selected provider will:
✔️ Certify VAWA claims and issue emergency housing vouchers
✔️ Connect claimants to support services
✔️ Maintain records, tracking, and reporting in coordination with CMHA
✔️ Assist residents in securing safe, stable housing

Provider Requirements:

✅ Active member of the Ohio Domestic Violence Network
✅ Experience with trauma-informed services for diverse communities
✅ Capability to process VAWA referrals from CMHA’s 14,000+ households
✅ Partnerships with law enforcement, child protective services, and social support agencies

📜 How to Access the RFP Documents:
🔗 Visit www.cmhanet.com → Business Opportunities → Purchasing/Open Opportunities
📞 For assistance, contact Andrea Quinichett, Purchasing Manager at 614-421-4434 or aquinichett@cmhanet.com

📢 Don’t miss this opportunity to support survivors and provide essential housing services in Franklin County!

#RFP #VAWA #DomesticViolenceSupport #HousingPrograms #ColumbusMetropolitanHousing #OhioMBE #SupportSurvivors #CommunityImpact

Are you ready to take your business to the next level? Join us for two valuable training sessions designed to help small business owners and contractors gain essential knowledge for growth and success!

📢 Happening Today!

📌 Certification 101
📅 Tuesday, February 18, 2025 | ⏰ 11:30 AM
✔️ Learn the benefits of business certifications
✔️ Understand the application process
✔️ Get expert tips on qualifying and leveraging your certification for contracts

📢 Coming Up Tomorrow!

📌 Estimating with James Jones III
📅 Wednesday, February 19, 2025 | ⏰ 6:00 PM
✔️ Gain insights into construction estimating fundamentals
✔️ Learn best practices for accurate and profitable bidding
✔️ Get real-world advice from industry expert James Jones III

💡 Both sessions are FREE for OBDC Members!

📍 Secure your spot today at OHBDC.org and equip yourself with the tools to succeed!

🔗 Don’t miss this opportunity to gain expert knowledge, ask questions, and network with fellow business owners. Invest in your business success today!

#OBDC #BusinessTraining #Certification #ConstructionEstimating #SmallBusinessSuccess #Entrepreneurship #ProfessionalDevelopment

LEGAL NOTICE 

FIRE ALARM UPGRADES-PACKAGE I AT MULTIPLE SITES 

Electronic bids for the above-referenced projects will be received by the BOARD OF  EDUCATION, City School District of Columbus, Ohio, Office of Capital Improvements, (via  Public Purchase), until Wednesday, March 12, 2025 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.

🚧 Attention DBE/DBP firms! 🚧

There’s an exciting opportunity for minority and diverse businesses in the construction industry. Join the In-Person Outreach Event for the Columbus Airport New Terminal Project – GMP 8 Terminal Interiors & Finishes and connect with key industry leaders!

📅 Date: Wednesday, March 5, 2025
🕐 Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST
📍 Location: Huntington Empowerment Center, 780 Mt. Vernon Ave, Columbus, OH 43203
🔗 RSVP by March 4, 2025: Click Here to Register

Why Attend?

✅ Meet & Network with Hensel Phelps, Elford, Large Firms & DBE/DBP Trade Partners
✅ Connect with Resource Partners – Ohio MBDA, OMSDC, Adelphi Bank, Columbus Urban League, ECDI
✅ Explore Contracting Opportunities in interior construction, millwork, drywall, flooring, landscaping, FF&E, signage, and more!
✅ Hear from Industry Leaders:

• Andrea Wilkes (Columbus Urban League)
• Denise Gilliam (Elford)
• Monica Womack (Ohio Department of Development)
• Khori Baylor (Columbus Regional Airport Authority)
• Daniel Fils-Aime (Hensel Phelps)

🔹 Subcontracting and supplier opportunities are available for certified diverse firms! Don’t miss this chance to grow your business, expand your network, and land major contracts.

📢 Spread the word and register today!