The November 24 OhioMBE Bid Board is live

OhioMBE Bid Board Preview
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A publication of The 912 Group
Ronda Watson Barber, Publisher
Connecting small and minority businesses to cash, contracts, and connections across Ohio. Review bid notices at OhioMBE.com.
🔨 Bid Opportunities

Columbus City Schools issues RFQ for professional design services
https://ohiombe.com/archives/25865

Franklin County issues RFP for Bomb Squad Robot
https://ohiombe.com/archives/25862

CMHA issues bid notice for Canals Edge Renovations
https://ohiombe.com/archives/25855

đź“… Upcoming Events

Visit OhioDiversityNetworks.com for more events statewide.

Small Business Orientation
🗓️ Dec 2, 5:00 PM – 7:15 PM
Online – Startup basics, resources, and planning.

Maximizing Profit & Performance in Construction
🗓️ Dec 3, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Online – Taught by Daniel Odion, P.E., PMP.
OHBDC.org

End-of-Year Tax Prep for Small Businesses
🗓️ Dec 10, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Online – Free event by Wanda Curry.
OHBDC.org

Strategic HR Planning
🗓️ Dec 10, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Online – OBDC Construction Academy.

Understanding ODOT’s New DBE Certification Rules
🗓️ Dec 16, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Online – Register at OHBDC.org

🤝 OhioMBE Procurement Fair

The final Procurement Fair of the year is Dec. 18 at the COED Center. Register at buytickets.at/the912group.

Confirmed Participants:

  • Columbus Zoo & Aquarium
  • Franklin County Purchasing
  • Upper Arlington City Schools
  • ODNR
  • Ruscelli Construction
  • Prometrics Construction

Why Attend: Direct meetings with buyers, project insight, networking, and access to Franklin County’s Resource Hub.

📚 OBDC Construction Academy Library

The OBDC Construction Academy video library is now open! Watch recorded sessions on demand.

Topics Include:

  • Subcontractor Bidding
  • Coordinating Subcontractors
  • Change Orders
  • Cleaning & Quality Control
  • Prevailing Wage
  • Hauling & Logistics

Free for members. Small fee for public. Watch at OHBDC.org.

✍🏾 Publisher’s Notes

CCS Can’t Talk Budget Cuts While Ignoring Basic Responsibilities
Read the full column

Public Comment – LEDE Program & Leadership Accountability
Read the full statement


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