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City of Columbus – Department of Public Service
111 N Front St Fl 4, Columbus, OH 43215-2875
(614) 645-3111
General Info
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Prevailing Wage Guide for Contractors
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Upcoming Solicitations
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ADA Ramp Projects - Citywide Curb Ramps 2025
RFQ030434
1.1 Scope: The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids until June 17, 2025, at 1:00 PM local time, for construction services for the ADA Ramp Projects – Citywide Curb Ramps 2025 project. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
This project involves design and construction of ADA compliant curb ramps at locations where there are no ramps or where existing ramps do not meet current ADA requirements. These ramp locations will come from 311 service requests un-matched ramp situations at crosswalks locations not addressed as part of the resurfacing program, (i.e. brick and concrete streets) and maintenance issues, and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract, as set forth in this Invitation For Bid (IFB).
All questions concerning this project are to be sent to capitalprojects@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions will be specified in the IFB; phone calls will not be accepted. Responses will be posted on Bid Express at www.bidexpress.com as an addendum.
A pre-bid meeting will not be held.
Notice of published addenda will be posted on the City’s Vendor Services web site and all addenda will be posted on www.bidexpress.com.
1.2 Classification: All bid documents (Invitation for Bid, technical specifications, plans, and future addenda) will be available for review and download on Bid Express at www.bidexpress.com after the IFB is published. Firms must meet the mandatory requirements stated in the IFB for a bid to be considered for contract award.
1.3 Bid Express: If you do not have an account with Bid Express and you would like to review project information or submit a bid, you will need to register for an account. Go to www.bidexpress.com in order to sign up.
1.4 City of Columbus MBE/WBE Program: This project is NOT subject to the requirements of the City’s MBE/WBE Program. The MBE/WBE goal assigned to this project is 0.0%.
Vendors must register on the Vendor Services portal before doing business with the City of Columbus. To get registered, please visit the following link:
https://new.columbus.gov/Business-Development/Bids-Solicitations/Vendor-Resources.
After vendor registration, you will receive an email inviting you to complete the required Contract Compliance (EBO) Questionnaire. Vendors must be contract compliant in order to do business with the City of Columbus. To get compliant, please visit the following link:
https://new.columbus.gov/Business-Development/Bids-Solicitations/Vendor-Resources.
| 06/17/2025 05:00 PM UTC |
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Downtown Streetscape - North Market
RFQ030501
1.1 Scope: The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids until June 20, 2025, at 1:00 PM local time, for construction services for the Downtown Streetscape - North Market project. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
This project will reconstruct two roadways and resurface one other roadway to support the development of the North Market Tower. Spruce Street and Wall Street will be reconstructed as paver roadways and sidewalks. Vine Street will be resurfaced. The improvements will also include curbs, paver and concrete sidewalks, street trees, and street lighting. The curb and sidewalk on the east side of Park Street will be replaced and curb extensions added adjacent to the existing North Market building and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract, as set forth in this Invitation For Bid (IFB).
All questions concerning this project are to be sent to capitalprojects@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions will be specified in the IFB; phone calls will not be accepted. Responses will be posted on Bid Express at www.bidexpress.com as an addendum.
A pre-bid meeting will not be held.
Notice of published addenda will be posted on the City’s Vendor Services web site and all addenda will be posted on www.bidexpress.com.
1.2 Classification: All bid documents (Invitation for Bid, technical specifications, plans, and future addenda) will be available for review and download on Bid Express at www.bidexpress.com after the IFB is published. Firms must meet the mandatory requirements stated in the IFB for a bid to be considered for contract award.
1.3 Bid Express: If you do not have an account with Bid Express and you would like to review project information or submit a bid, you will need to register for an account. Go to www.bidexpress.com in order to sign up.
1.4 City of Columbus MBE/WBE Program: This project is NOT subject to the requirements of the City’s MBE/WBE Program. The MBE/WBE goal assigned to this project is 0.0%.
Vendors must register on the Vendor Services portal before doing business with the City of Columbus. To get registered, please visit the following link:
https://new.columbus.gov/Business-Development/Bids-Solicitations/Vendor-Resources.
After vendor registration, you will receive an email inviting you to complete the required Contract Compliance (EBO) Questionnaire. Vendors must be contract compliant in order to do business with the City of Columbus. To get compliant, please visit the following link:
https://new.columbus.gov/Business-Development/Bids-Solicitations/Vendor-Resources.
| 06/20/2025 05:00 PM UTC |
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Bridge Rehabilitation - Front Street and Nationwide Boulevard over Railroad Tunnel
RFQ030536
1.1 Scope: The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids until June 26, 2025, at 1:00 PM local time, for construction services for the Bridge Rehabilitation – Front Street and Nationwide Boulevard over Railroad Tunnel project. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
This project involves the rehabilitation of the Front Street and Nationwide Boulevard bridges over the railroad tunnel downtown. The Front Street bridge is approximately 200 feet south of Nationwide Boulevard and the Nationwide Boulevard bridge is approximately 200 feet east of Front Street. The project involves a major superstructure replacement for the bridge on Front Street which will include conversion of the bridge abutments to semi-integral, deck replacement, and approach slab replacements. Work for the bridge on Nationwide Boulevard includes expansion seal replacements and sidewalk resurfacing, and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract, as set forth in this Invitation For Bid (IFB).
All questions concerning this project are to be sent to capitalprojects@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions will be specified in the IFB; phone calls will not be accepted. Responses will be posted on Bid Express at www.bidexpress.com as an addendum.
A pre-bid meeting will not be held.
Notice of published addenda will be posted on the City’s Vendor Services web site and all addenda will be posted on www.bidexpress.com.
1.2 Classification: All bid documents (Invitation for Bid, technical specifications, plans, and future addenda) will be available for review and download on Bid Express at www.bidexpress.com after the IFB is published. Firms must meet the mandatory requirements stated in the IFB for a bid to be considered for contract award.
1.3 Bid Express: If you do not have an account with Bid Express and you would like to review project information or submit a bid, you will need to register for an account. Go to www.bidexpress.com in order to sign up.
1.4 City of Columbus MBE/WBE Program: This project is NOT subject to the requirements of the City’s MBE/WBE Program. The MBE/WBE goal assigned to this project is 0.0%.
Vendors must register on the Vendor Services portal before doing business with the City of Columbus. To get registered, please visit the following link:
https://new.columbus.gov/Business-Development/Bids-Solicitations/Vendor-Resources.
After vendor registration, you will receive an email inviting you to complete the required Contract Compliance (EBO) Questionnaire. Vendors must be contract compliant in order to do business with the City of Columbus. To get compliant, please visit the following link:
https://new.columbus.gov/Business-Development/Bids-Solicitations/Vendor-Resources.
| 06/26/2025 05:00 PM UTC |
Closed Solicitations
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Bikeway Development - Norton Road Shared Use Path (Camp Chase Trail to Hall Road)
1.1 Scope: The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids until March 4, 2021 at 1:00 PM local time, for construction services for the Bikeway Development - Norton Road Shared Use Path (Camp Chase Trail to Hall Road) project. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
This project involves construction of one half mile of 10' wide shared use path along the west side of Norton Road from the Camp Chase Trail to Hall Road including drainage improvements, ADA crossings, and modifications to the intersection curb ramps to accommodate the shared use path, and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract, as set forth in this Invitation For Bid (IFB).
A pre-bid meeting will not be held.
Notice of published addenda will be posted on the City’s Vendor Services web site and all addenda will be posted on www.bidexpress.com.
1.2 Classification: All bid documents (Invitation for Bid, technical specifications, plans, and future addenda) are available for review and download at www.bidexpress.com. Firms wishing to submit a bid must meet the mandatory requirements stated in the IFB, including being prequalified by the City of Columbus Office of Construction Prequalification. All questions concerning this project are to be sent to capitalprojects@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions is February 19, 2021; phone calls will not be accepted. Responses will be posted on Bid Express as an addendum.
1.3 Bid Express: If you do not have an account with Bid Express and you would like to review projects information or submit a bid, you will need to register for an account. Go to www.bidexpress.com in order to sign up.
| 03/04/2021 06:00 PM UTC |
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Pedestrian Safety Improvements Toronto Street Sidewalks PID 106396
Electronic proposals will be received by the Department of Public Service through Bid Express at https://www.bidexpress.com, until March 2, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. local time, for Pedestrian Safety Improvements - Toronto Street Sidewalks PID 106396, C.I.P. No. 590105-100446.
Hard copy proposals will not be accepted by the City.
The work for which proposals are invited consists of: installing sidewalk, ADA curb ramps, 80 feet of retaining wall, minor storm upgrades, replacing drive aprons on the south side of Toronto Street from Trevitt Street to North Champion Avenue, and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract in accordance with the plans and specifications set forth at https://www.bidexpress.com.
The DBE Goal for this project is 5%.
Only pre-qualified contractors are eligible to submit bids for this PROJECT. Pre-qualification status must be in force at the time of bid, at the time of award, and through the life of the construction contract. The "prime" contractor must perform no less than 50 percent of the total original price.
Questions pertaining to the plans, specifications, IFB, and/or other contract documents must be submitted in writing to the Office of Support Services by email to capitalprojects@columbus.gov on or before February 12, 2021. No phone calls will be accepted.
Bidders who wish to learn more about the Bid Express service or to sign up for an account can visit the Bid Express web site at https://www.bidexpress.com or call Bid Express customer support at 1-888-352-BIDX for information. Bidders must also have an account with one of Bid Express’ surety verification companies, either Surety 2000 (www.surety2000.com/default.asp) or Insure Vision (web.insurevision.com/ebonding/). Contact them directly to set up an account.
Bidders must have an account with Bid Express and either Surety 2000 or Insure Vision in order to bid on this project.
| 03/02/2021 06:00 PM UTC |
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Intersection Improvements FRA-CR14-1.99 PID 107240 Refugee Road at Winchester Pike
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids until March 2, 2021 at 1:00 PM local time, for construction services for the Intersection Improvements – Refugee Road at Winchester Pike project, PID 107240, Capital Improvement Project 538000-100000. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
This project consists of improvements to the intersection of Refugee Road at Winchester Pike to replace the existing traffic signal with a new mast arm pole signal. The signal will also be designed with radar detection, signal head back plates, and pedestrian accommodations. Roadway modifications will include adjustments to the southeast corner. The southern leg will be restriped to provide access management, and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract, as set forth in this Invitation For Bid (IFB).
A pre-bid meeting will not be held.
The DBE Goal for this project is 7%.
All bid documents (Invitation for Bid, technical specifications, plans, and future addenda) are available for review and download at www.bidexpress.com. Firms wishing to submit a bid must meet the mandatory requirements stated in the IFB. All questions concerning this project are to be sent to capitalprojects@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions is February 16, 2021; phone calls will not be accepted. Responses will be posted on Bid Express as an addendum. Notice of published addenda will be posted on the City’s Vendor Services web site and all addenda will be posted on www.bidexpress.com.
Bidders must also have an account with one of Bid Express’ surety verification companies: Surety 2000 (www.surety2000.com) or InSure Vision/SuretyWave (www.web.insurevision.com). Contact them directly to set up an account.
Only pre-qualified contractors are eligible to submit bids for this project. Pre-qualification status must be in force at the time of bid, at the time of award, and through the life of the construction contract. The "prime" contractor must perform no less than 50 percent of the total original price.
| 03/02/2021 06:00 PM UTC |
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Resurfacing - Urban Paving - FRA 62-12.44 (Town/Glenwood/Rich) PID 106082
Electronic proposals will be received by the Department of Public Service through Bid Express at https://www.bidexpress.com, until January 26, 2021, at 1:00 P.M. local time, for Resurfacing - Urban Paving - FRA 62-12.44 (Town/Glenwood/Rich) PID 106082, C.I.P. No. 530282-100121.
Hard copy proposals will not be accepted by the City.
The work for which proposals are invited consists of repairing and resurfacing US62 (Rich Street from Glenwood Avenue to Sandusky Street), Town Street from Central Avenue to Sandusky Street, and Glenwood Avenue from Town Street to Rich Street). The work consists of milling the existing pavement and overlaying with new asphalt concrete with full depth pavement repairs where needed, spot curb replacement with adjoining sidewalk replacement, installing ADA ramps, replacing curb and sidewalk associated with installing the ADA ramps, and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract in accordance with the plans and specifications set forth at https://www.bidexpress.com.
Only pre-qualified contractors are eligible to submit bids for this PROJECT. Pre-qualification status must be in force at the time of bid, at the time of award, and through the life of the construction contract. The "prime" contractor must perform no less than 50 percent of the total original price.
Bidders who wish to learn more about the Bid Express service or to sign up for an account can visit the Bid Express web site at https://www.bidexpress.com or call Bid Express customer support at 1-888-352-BIDX for information. Bidders must also have an account with one of Bid Express’ surety verification companies, either Surety 2000 (www.surety2000.com/default.asp) or Insure Vision (web.insurevision.com/ebonding/). Contact them directly to set up an account.
Bidders must have an account with Bid Express and either Surety 2000 or Insure Vision in order to bid on this project.
| 01/26/2021 06:00 PM UTC |
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King Lincoln District - Long, Garfield, Monroe and Talmadge
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids until January 21, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. local time, for construction services for the King Lincoln District - Long, Garfield, Monroe and Talmadge project. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
This project will reconstruct Long Street from Garfield Avenue to Monroe Avenue, the first alley north of Long Street from Garfield Avenue to Talmadge Street, and Talmadge Street from the first alley north of Long Street to approximately 150 feet north. Garfield Avenue from Long Street to Mayme Moore Place and Monroe Avenue from Long Street to approximately 300 feet north of Long Street will be resurfaced. Other work includes storm sewer, water main, sidewalks, street lighting, electric duct bank, and communications duct bank.
A pre-bid meeting will not be held.
Notice of published addenda will be posted on www.bidexpress.com.
All bid documents (Invitation for Bid, technical specifications, plans, and future addenda) are available for review and download at www.bidexpress.com. Firms wishing to submit a bid must meet the mandatory requirements stated in the IFB, including being prequalified by the City of Columbus Office of Construction Prequalification.
| 01/21/2021 06:00 PM UTC |
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CELEBRATE 1 SIDEWALK - HAMILTON AVENUE - MINNESOTA TO WEBER & CELEBRATE 1 SIDEWALK - HAMILTON AVE AND BRIARWOOD AVE ALONG LINDEN PARK - PART 1
RFQ017417 Scope: The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service, is receiving bids until January 19, 2021 at 1:00 PM local time, for construction services for Celebrate 1 Sidewalk - Hamilton Avenue - Minnesota to Weber and Celebrate 1 Sidewalk - Hamilton Ave and Briarwood Ave along Linden Park - Part 1, 590955-940029 and 590955-950029 projects. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
This project installs new sidewalk, curb, drive approaches, waterline, and storm sewers on the west side of Hamilton Avenue from Minnesota Avenue to Weber Road; constructs parallel pervious parking and sidewalk along the east side of Hamilton Avenue from Briarwood Avenue to Linden Park Drive along with curb ramps; resurfaces some areas of Hamilton Avenue; and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract, as set forth in this Invitation For Bid (IFB).
A pre-bid meeting will not be held.
Notice of published addenda will be posted on the City’s Vendor Services web site and all addenda will be posted on www.bidexpress.com. The City is replacing the City’s Vendor Services web site near the end of December 2020. From that point on for this project, all addenda will only be posted on the Bid Express site.
1.2 Classification: All bid documents (Invitation for Bid, technical specifications, plans, and future addenda) are available for review and download at www.bidexpress.com. Firms wishing to submit a bid must meet the mandatory requirements stated in the IFB, including being prequalified by the City of Columbus Office of Construction Prequalification. All questions concerning this project are to be sent to capitalprojects@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions is January 8, 2021; phone calls will not be accepted. Responses will be posted on Bid Express as an addendum.
1.3 Bid Express: If you do not have an account with Bid Express and you would like to review projects information or submit a bid, you will need to register for an account. Go to www.bidexpress.com in order to sign up.
| 01/19/2021 06:00 PM UTC |
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Bridge Rehabilitation - Lehman Road Bridge Replacement
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids until January 12, 2021 at 1:00 PM local time, for construction services for the Bridge Rehabilitation – Lehman Road Bridge Replacement project. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
This project involves replacing the existing Lehman Road bridge over Pickering Creek. The new structure will accommodate a three lane section plus paved shoulders and sidewalk on both sides. Lehman Road will be resurfaced and widened to accommodate the new bridge configuration and 4 foot paved shoulders from Gender to the eastern project limit. Sidewalk will be installed along both sides of Lehman Road. Other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract will be performed as set forth in this Invitation For Bid (IFB).
A pre-bid meeting will not be held.
Notice of published addenda will be posted on the City’s Vendor Services web site and all addenda will be posted on www.bidexpress.com. The City is replacing the City’s Vendor Services web site near the end of December 2020. From that point on for this project, all addenda will only be posted on the Bid Express site.
1.2 Classification: All bid documents (Invitation for Bid, technical specifications, plans, and future addenda) are available for review and download at www.bidexpress.com. Firms wishing to submit a bid must meet the mandatory requirements stated in the IFB, including being prequalified by the City of Columbus Office of Construction Prequalification. All questions concerning this project are to be sent to capitalprojects@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions is January 5, 2021; phone calls will not be accepted. Responses will be posted on Bid Express as an addendum.
1.3 Bid Express: If you do not have an account with Bid Express and you would like to review projects information or submit a bid, you will need to register for an account. Go to www.bidexpress.com in order to sign up.
| 01/12/2021 06:00 PM UTC |
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Resurfacing 2020 Rehabilitation
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids until January 7, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. local time, for construction services for the Resurfacing - 2020 Rehabilitation project. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
This contract consists of two projects: Resurfacing – 2020 Brick Rehabilitation, C.I.P. No. 530282-942018 and Resurfacing – 2020 Concrete Rehabilitation, C.I.P. No. 530282-952020. The work for this contract consists of potentially repairing 11 concrete City streets and 17 brick City Streets. The work consists of repairing and replacing concrete slabs, sawing and sealing concrete joints, and repairing and replacing brick bases and surface courses. This contract also includes the repair of designated brick crosswalks, and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract, in accordance with the drawings, technical specifications, plans at 1859 Drawer A and City of Columbus Construction and Material specifications set forth in the Invitation For Bid (IFB).
A pre-bid meeting will not be held.
Notice of published addenda will be posted on the City’s Vendor Services web site and all addenda shall be posted on www.bidexpress.com. The City is replacing the City’s Vendor Services web site near the end of December, 2020. From that point on for this project, all addenda will only be posted on the Bid Express site.
All bid documents (Invitation for Bid, technical specifications, plans, and future addenda) are available for review and download at www.bidexpress.com. Firms wishing to submit a bid must meet the mandatory requirements stated in the IFB, including being prequalified by the City of Columbus Office of Construction Prequalification. All questions concerning this project are to be sent to capitalprojects@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions is December 18, 2020; phone calls will not be accepted.
| 01/07/2021 06:00 PM UTC |
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Celebrate 1 Sidewalk Hilltop Belvidere Mound to Sullivant
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids until December 22, 2020 at 1:00 P.M. local time, for construction services for the Celebrate 1 Sidewalk - Hilltop (Belvidere from Mound to Sullivant) project. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
The work for this project consists of constructing sidewalks along the west side of Belvidere Avenue from Mound Street to Sullivant Avenue. Installation of the sidewalk will include curb ramps and drive approaches. Existing sidewalk will be replaced where needed. The project will install/replace up to 2,200 linear feet of sidewalk. Other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract will be needed, in accordance with the drawings, technical specifications, plans at 3529 Drawer E and City of Columbus Construction and Material specifications set forth in this Invitation For Bid (IFB).
A pre-bid meeting will not be held.
All questions concerning this project are to be sent to capitalprojects@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions is December 7, 2020; phone calls will not be accepted. Notice of published addenda will be posted on the City’s Vendor Services web site and all addenda shall be posted on www.bidexpress.com.
All bid documents (Invitation for Bid, technical specifications, plans, and future addenda) are available for review and download at www.bidexpress.com. Firms wishing to submit a bid must meet the mandatory requirements stated in the IFB, including being prequalified by the City of Columbus Office of Construction Prequalification.
| 12/22/2020 06:00 PM UTC |
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Misc Econ Development Hamilton Parker Phase 1
Bids will be received by the Department of Public Service on behalf of NWD Investments LLC until December 22, 2020 at 1:00 PM local time, for construction services for the Misc Econ Development – Hamilton Parker Phase 1 project. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
This project involves widening and resurfacing Vine Street from approximately 600 feet west of Neil Avenue to Armstrong Street and Neil Avenue from Vine Street to Spruce Street. Spruce Street from Neil Avenue to Armstong Street and Kilbourne Street from Convention Center Drive will be resurfaced. Improvements consist of storm sewer, water main, curb, sidewalks, raised planters, pervious pavers, brick veneer retaining wall, street lighting, electric duct bank, and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract, as set forth in this Invitation For Bid (IFB).
A pre-bid meeting will not be held.
All questions concerning this project are to be sent to capitalprojects@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions is December 14, 2020; phone calls will not be accepted. Notice of published addenda will be posted on the City’s Vendor Services web site and all addenda will be posted on www.bidexpress.com.
All bid documents (Invitation for Bid, technical specifications, plans, and future addenda) are available for review and download at www.bidexpress.com. Firms wishing to submit a bid must meet the mandatory requirements stated in the IFB, including being prequalified by the City of Columbus Office of Construction Prequalification.
If you do not have an account with Bid Express and you would like to review projects information or submit a bid, you will need to register for an account. Go to www.bidexpress.com in order to sign up.
| 12/22/2020 06:00 PM UTC |
