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City of Columbus – Department of Public Service
111 N Front St Fl 4, Columbus, OH 43215-2875
(614) 645-3111
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Upcoming Solicitations
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Roadway Improvements - Hard Road Water Quality & Smoky Row Road Drainage Revisions
RFQ031544
1.1 Scope: The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids until November 20, 2025, at 1:00 PM local time, for construction services for the Roadway Improvements – Hard Road Water Quality & Smoky Row Road Drainage Revisions project. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
The Hard Road Water Quality portion of the project involves installing several water quality structures on Hard Road between Sawmill Road and Smoky Row Road. The project includes replacement of existing roadway pavement, curbs, sidewalks, curb ramps, and pavement markings. The project also includes relocation of an existing waterline, and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract, as set forth in this Invitation For Bid (IFB).
The Smoky Row Road Drainage Improvements portion of the project involves the installation of several drainage structures and associated storm pipes. The project includes replacement of existing roadway pavement, curbs, sidewalks, curb ramps, pavement markings, signage, 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 Vendor Registration:
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.
To complete our online certification application, track the status of your application and receive a copy of your certification approval letter, visit: https://columbus.diversitycompliance.com/.
For more certification information or questions, contact us at: DiversityCertifications@columbus.gov.
| 11/20/2025 06:00 PM UTC |
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Roadway - Blossom Field Boulevard - Broad Street to Westbourne Avenue
RFQ031666
1.1 Scope: The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids until December 4, 2025, at 1:00 PM local time, for construction services for the Roadway – Blossom Field Boulevard – Broad Street to Westbourne Avenue project. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
This project involves the improvement of approximately 0.32 miles of Blossom Field Boulevard, between East Broad Street and Westbourne Avenue, by resurfacing and pavement removal. In addition to this work will be the placement of a roundabout at the intersection of Blossom Field Boulevard/Granite Pointe Drive/Westbourne Avenue. The improvements also include new, full depth pavement, curb and gutter, straight curb, sidewalk, drives, storm sewer system, bioretention cell, shared use path, signage, lighting, 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 Vendor Registration:
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.
To complete our online certification application, track the status of your application and receive a copy of your certification approval letter, visit: https://columbus.diversitycompliance.com/.
For more certification information or questions, contact us at: DiversityCertifications@columbus.gov.
| 12/04/2025 06:00 PM UTC |
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Resurfacing - 2025 Slurry Seal - Crack Seal
RFQ031766
1.1 Scope: The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids until December 16, 2025, at 1:00 PM local time, for construction services for the Resurfacing – 2025 Slurry Seal – Crack Seal project. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
This project involves the crack sealing of 86 city streets and slurry/micro sealing of 27 streets and asphalt rejuvenating of 12 streets. The work consists of applying crack seal, slurry/micro seal, cape seal and asphalt rejuvenator along those streets, 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 Vendor Registration:
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.
To complete our online certification application, track the status of your application and receive a copy of your certification approval letter, visit: https://columbus.diversitycompliance.com/.
For more certification information or questions, contact us at: DiversityCertifications@columbus.gov.
| 12/16/2025 06:00 PM UTC |
Closed Solicitations
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530086-100031 INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS-LIVINGSTON AVENUE AT BARNETT ROAD PID 98518
Electronic proposals will be received by the Department of Public Service through Bid Express at https://www.bidexpress.com, until October 18, 2018, 2018 at 1:00 P.M. local time, for Intersection Improvements – Livingston Avenue at Barnett Road PID 98518, C.I.P. No. 530086-100031.
Hard copy proposals will not be accepted by the City.
The work for which proposals are invited consists of: Improvement of Livingston Avenue and Barnett Road intersection by replacement of the traffic signal, modification of the Barnett road profile, addition of northbound and southbound dedicated left turn lanes and addition of sidewalk along Barnett Road, improvement of drainage by replacement of the storm sewer and addition of a dry detention basin, 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.
| 10/18/2018 05:00 PM UTC |
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530161-100148 Roadway Improvments-Lazelle Road Phase C
Electronic proposals will be received by the Department of Public Service through Bid Express at https://www.bidexpress.com, until October 18, 2018 at 1:00 P.M. local time, for Roadway Improvements - Lazelle Road Phase C, C.I.P. No. 530161-100148.
Hard copy proposals will not be accepted by the City.
The work for which proposals are invited consists of improvements for Lazelle Road Phase C including reconstruction, resurfacing and widening of Lazelle Road from Sancus to Worthington Woods Blvd., including side streets. Improvements will include reconstruction of roadway, sidewalks, shared use path, street lighting, water lines, storm sewers, 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.
| 10/18/2018 05:00 PM UTC |
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SR315 at North Broadway Area Infrastructure Improvements
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids until October 9, 2018, by 1:00 p.m. local time, for construction services for the SR315 AT NORTH BROADWAY – AREA INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS project. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
The total contract is a composition of three (3) separate contracts and plan numbers: SR315 at North Broadway - Interchange Project 2, C.I.P. No. 441759-100006, SR315 at North Broadway - East-West Road, C.I.P. No. 441759-100010, and SR315 at North Broadway – Olentangy River Road, C.I.P. No. 441759-100004. All three (3) projects will be bid and awarded as one (1) contract under SR315 at North Broadway Area Infrastructure Improvements, with the C.I.P. Number of 441759-200000.
The bid documents also list a State of Ohio project number, PID 103970. Please note that there is no ODOT funding or oversight, but the State of Ohio requires a PID number for design exceptions on SR315 as part of the acquisition of the permit.
Improvements consist of: widening, resurfacing, lighting, signals, and medians repairs on Olentangy River Road and North Broadway. The existing 20” water main will be replaced with a 24” water main. Ramp DE will be reconstructed and realigned.
Reconstruction of approximately 630’ of Health Community Way, an existing service road, including straight curb, concrete drives, traffic control, and a box culvert.
Construction of a new bridge for a new exit ramp from SR315 south bound to North Broadway, reconstruction and realignment of the exit ramp from SR315 south bound to Thomas Lane/Olentangy River Road, reconstruction and realignment of the SR315 south bound entrance ramp from east bound North Broadway and reconstruction of Thomas Lane.
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.
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 September 26, 2018; phone calls will not be accepted.
| 10/09/2018 05:00 PM UTC |
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PSI Binns Burroughs SRTS (HCMP) PID94014 Re-Bid
Electronic proposals will be received by the Department of Public Service through Bid Express at https://www.bidexpress.com, until September 11, 2018, at 1:00 P.M. local time, for PEDESTRIAN SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS-BINNS BURROUGHS SRTS (HCMP) PID 94014 RE-BID, C.I.P. No. 590105-900440.
Hard copy proposals will not be accepted by the City.
The work for which proposals are invited consists of constructing new sidewalks along the east side of Binns Boulevard from approximately 410 feet north of South Stephens Drive to the existing sidewalk at the intersection of Eakin Road, and along the west side of Binns Boulevard from South Stephens Drive north to the existing sidewalk. Construction also includes curb ramps, signage & pavement markings, drive aprons, drainage adjustments, utility adjustments, a detention basin, 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.
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 August 27, 2018. No phone calls will be accepted.
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 must have an account with Bid Express and either Surety 2000 or Insure Vision in order to bid on this project.
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.
| 09/11/2018 05:00 PM UTC |
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Downtown Streetscape Nationwide Arena Security John McConnell to High Street
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids on behalf of Nationwide Realty Investors, until July 12, 2018, at 1:00 P.M. local time, for construction services for the Downtown Streetscape-Nationwide Arena Security-John McConnell to High Street project, C.I.P. No. 530801-100020.
Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
The work for this project consists of: the replacement of existing tree grates with raised planter beds on Nationwide Boulevard east of John McConnell Boulevard, the removal of an existing drop off lane on John McConnell Boulevard north of Nationwide boulevard, and the installation of new landscaping within the raised planter beds. Existing brick sidewalks will be removed and reset to accommodate the raised planters beds and bollards will be added and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract, in accordance with the plans 3458 Drawer E and specifications set forth in the 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 July 2, 2018; phone calls will not be accepted.
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.
| 07/12/2018 05:00 PM UTC |
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Resurfacing 2018 Project 3
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids until June 26, 2018, at 1:00 P.M. local time, for construction services for the RESURFACING - 2018 PROJECT 3 project. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
This contract repairs and resurfaces 88 city streets and constructs 512 ADA curb ramps along those streets. The work consists of milling the existing pavement, overlaying with new asphalt concrete, minor curb replacement, and replacing curb and sidewalk associated with installing ADA wheelchair ramps. Where warranted, the plans also call for areas of full depth pavement repair, and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract, in accordance with the drawings, technical specifications, plans at 1829 Drawer A and City of Columbus Construction and Material specifications 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 web site and all addenda shall be posted on 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 June 12, 2018; phone calls will not be accepted.
| 06/26/2018 05:00 PM UTC |
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530801-100016 Downtown Streetscape-80 East Rich Street
RFQ009196, Bids will be received by the Department of Public Service on behalf of The Daimler Group, Inc. until June 19, 2018 at 1:00 PM local time, for construction services for the 530801-100016 Downtown Streetscape – 80 East Rich Street project. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
This project involves installation of streetscape improvements in association with the development of 80 E. Rich Street. A concrete loading zone will be constructed on the north side of Rich Street and Third Street will be milled and resurfaced. Streetscape improvements include buff wash sidewalk, brick paver sidewalk, granite curb, street lights, landscaping, street trees on the north side of Rich Street and west side of Third Street, 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.
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 June 12, 2018; phone calls will not be accepted. Responses will be posted on Bid Express as an addendum.
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.
| 06/19/2018 05:00 PM UTC |
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441764-100000
RFQ009232, The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids until June 19, 2018 at 1:00 PM local time, for construction services for the Old Hamilton Road Improvements project, CIP 441764-100000. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted. This project involves roadway improvements to Old Hamilton (currently Hamilton Road) from Roundabout Boulevard to Dublin-Granville Road and Dublin-Granville Road from approximately 600' west of Old Hamilton to Old Hamilton. Old Hamilton will be widened and resurfaced and Dublin-Granville Road will be reconstructed. Additional improvements include sidewalk, shared use path, intersection upgrades, streetscape improvements, new storm sewer, stormwater basin, street lighting, 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. 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 June 7, 2018; phone calls will not be accepted. Responses will be posted on Bid Express as an addendum. 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.
| 06/19/2018 05:00 PM UTC |
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Poindexter Village Roadways Phase 3
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids until June 19, 2018 at 1:00 P.M. local time, for construction services for the Poindexter Village Roadways Phase 3 project. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
This project consists of one roadway reconstruction, the extension of one existing roadway, and resurfacing of four streets. Improvements will consist of storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water main, sidewalks, brick repair, shared use path, street lighting, street trees associated with the Poindexter Village redevelopment project, and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract, in accordance with the drawings, technical specifications, plans at 3415 Drawer E 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 and all addenda shall be posted on www.bidexpress.com.
All questions concerning this project are to be sent to capitalprojects@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions is June 8, 2018; phone calls will not be accepted.
| 06/19/2018 05:00 PM UTC |
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531007-100000 Roadway-Lifestyle - New Albany Road Oblongabout
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is receiving bids until June 14, 2018 at 1:00 PM local time, for construction services for the Roadway - Lifestyle - New Albany Road Oblongabout project. Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted.
This project involves reconstructing New Albany Road West from Central College Road to Churchhill Downs Drive in association with the surrounding development. The curb‐line will be relocated to accommodate lane configuration changes as well as a combination of diagonal and parallel parking. An oblong‐shaped roundabout (oblongabout) will be installed between Central College Road and Churchhill Downs Drive, sidewalk will be installed on both sides, street trees and landscaping will be installed throughout the project limits. Storm water and street lighting system relocations/modifications will be done, 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.
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 June 7, 2018; phone calls will not be accepted. Responses will be posted on Bid Express as an addendum.
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.
| 06/14/2018 05:00 PM UTC |
