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City of Columbus Ohio

910 Dublin Rd, Columbus, OH 43215-1169
(614) 645-6148

Department Mission:

To enhance the quality of life, now and into the future, for people living, working and raising families in central Ohio through economic, efficient, and environmentally responsible stewardship of superior public utilities.

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Upcoming Solicitations

Number Deadline
690236-110003 Lead Service Line Replacement Part 3
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities is receiving bids until April 1, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time for construction of the Division of Water’s Lead Service Line Replacements – Part 3, CIP 690236-110003 the work for which consists of replacing lead or galvanized water taps and service lines, relocating meters to the exterior of the properties, and other work as may be necessary to complete the contract, in accordance with the drawings, technical specifications, special provisions, and City of Columbus Construction and Material specifications set forth in the Invitation For Bid (IFB). Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted. All questions concerning this project are to be sent to DPUConstructionBids@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions will be March 20, 2026, phone calls will not be accepted. Responses will be posted on Bid Express at www.bidexpress.com 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. A virtual pre-bid meeting will be held on Wednesday March 11, 2026, at 3:00PM. 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. 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. This project will be funded with financial assistance from the Water Supply Revolving Loan Account (WSRLA) program in association with the Ohio and U.S. Environmental Protection Agencies and does include WSRLA Program specific requirements. The OEPA Diversity Goal is 5.4%.
04/01/2026 07:00 PM UTC
690521-100014 2026 Water Main Repairs
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities, is receiving bids until April 1, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time for construction services for the 2026 Water Main Repairs Project, C.I.P. Number 690521-100014. Bids are to be submitted only through Bid Express at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies or emails will not be accepted. This project involves providing the necessary labor and equipment to complete repairs to water mains & water taps at various locations within the Columbus Water Distribution System on an as needed basis, 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 bid are to reference the project number and the project name and be sent to DPUConstructionBids@columbus.gov. No phone calls concerning questions about the bid will be accepted. The last day to submit questions will be specified in the IFB. 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 website and the addenda will be posted on Bid Express at www.bidexpress.com.
04/01/2026 07:00 PM UTC
690236-100155 Youngs Drive Area Water Line Improvements
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities is receiving bids until April, 1st, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time for construction of the Division of Water’s Youngs Drive Area Water Line Improvements, CIP 690236-100155 the work for which consists of replacing approximately 10,600 linear feet of 6-inch, 8-inch and 12-inch water mains, as well as the replacement of privately owned lead and galvanized water service lines, and other work as may be necessary to complete the contract, in accordance with the drawings, technical specifications, special provisions, and City of Columbus Construction and Material specifications set forth in this Invitation For Bid (IFB). Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted. All questions concerning this project are to be sent to DPUConstructionBids@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions will be March 20th, 2026, phone calls will not be accepted. Responses will be posted on Bid Express at www.bidexpress.com 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. A pre-bid meeting will not be held. 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. This project will be funded with financial assistance from the Water Supply Revolving Loan Account (WSRLA) program in association with the Ohio and U.S. Environmental Protection Agencies and does include WSRLA Program specific requirements. The OEPA Diversity Goal is 5.4%.
04/01/2026 07:00 PM UTC
650870-153001 & 690236-100145
Blueprint Hilltop 1 - Palmetto/Westgate Permeable Pavers & Water Line Improvements
04/08/2026 07:00 PM UTC
650870-110167
Walhalla Ravine Stream Restoration
04/08/2026 07:00 PM UTC
690580-100001 PAWP CW112 Raw Water Line
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities is receiving bids until April 15, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Eastern time for construction of the Division of Water’s Parsons Avenue Water Plant CW112 Raw Water Line project, C.I.P. No. 690580-100001, the work for which consists of: constructing the raw waterline from the Parsons Avenue Water Plant to an existing 42” raw waterline, installing approximately1015 LF of 36” and 1570 LF of 42” prestressed concrete cylinder pipe, approximately 376 LF of the 36” pipe is to be directionally drilled inside of a 60” steel casing pipe along with 4 -5” diameter electrical conduit with pull boxes, and other work as may be necessary to complete the contract, in accordance with the drawings, technical specifications, special provisions, and City of Columbus Construction and Material specifications set forth in this Invitation For Bid (IFB). Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted. All questions concerning this project are to be sent to DPUConstructionBids@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions will be April 3, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Eastern Time, phone calls will not be accepted. Responses will be posted on Bid Express at www.bidexpress.com 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.
04/15/2026 07:00 PM UTC
690236-100138 Velma Avenue Area Water Line Improvements
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities is receiving bids until April 15, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time for construction of the Division of Water’s Velma Ave Area Water Line Improvements, C.I.P. No. 690236-100138 the work for which consists of 10,006 linear feet of 6-inch, 8-inch, and 16-inch water mains, as well as the replacement of privately owned lead and galvanized water service lines, and other work as may be necessary to complete the contract, in accordance with the drawings, technical specifications, special provisions, and City of Columbus Construction and Material specifications set forth in this Invitation For Bid (IFB). Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted. All questions concerning this project are to be sent to DPUConstructionBids@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions will be April 3, 2026, 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. 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. This project will be funded with financial assistance from the Water Supply Revolving Loan Account (WSRLA) program in association with the Ohio and U.S. Environmental Protection Agencies and does include WSRLA Program specific requirements. The OEPA Diversity Goal is 5.4%.
04/15/2026 07:00 PM UTC
650346-100004
SWRP Switching Station Replacement (CMAR contractor)
05/13/2026 07:00 PM UTC
690600-100000 Home Road Water Plant
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities is receiving bids until June 3, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Eastern time for construction of the Division of Water’s Home Road Water Plant project, C.I.P. No. 690600-100000, the work for which consists of acceptance of existing site and work completed by the Site Preparation contractor, general clearing, tree removal, excavation, rock blasting and removal, demolition of remaining surface and subsurface structures and utilities, protecting existing surface and subsurface utility structures to remain, removal of existing pavement and base materials, dewatering, site grading, major stormwater rerouting, removal of existing fence, fence posts and post foundations, removal or existing portable concrete barriers, removal of existing gate and associated foundations, guardrails and associated foundation, for the construction of new facilities, structures, process and yard piping and appurtenances including: raw water intake, low service pump station, north quarry intake, north quarry pump station, first stage rapid mix and first stage basins, second stage rapid mix and second stage basins, re-carbonation basins, ozone building, liquid oxygen storage area, filter building, backwash supply tank and backwash equalization basin, backwash pumps, filter building, intermediate pump station, GAC building, UV disinfection, clearwells, high service pump station, PAC storage and feed facilities, pre-treatment and post-treatment chemical buildings, residuals pump station, south quarry decant, administration building and parking lot, carport, and guard house; new asphalt, concrete and gravel pavement installation including curb and gutter replacement at tie-in to existing roads, new asphalt overlays, entrance drives, sidewalks; new electrical duct banks and electrical switchgear to facility building, PV solar system and appurtenances, installation of perimeter security fence, and other work as may be necessary to complete the contract, in accordance with the drawings, technical specifications, special provisions, and City of Columbus Construction and Material specifications set forth in this Invitation For Bid (IFB).
06/03/2026 07:00 PM UTC
9 Solicitations

Closed Solicitations

Number Deadline
650872-139161
Blueprint Clintonville 2 Old Beechwold Lateral Lining
02/14/2024 08:00 PM UTC
650870-100802, 650870-153002, 690236-100143, & 530282-100147
BLUEPRINT HILLTOP - EUREKA/FREMONT AREA INTEGRATED SOLUTION, PERMEABLE PAVERS, WATER LINE IMPROVEMENTS, & RESURFACING
01/31/2024 08:00 PM UTC
Elizabeth Ave Area Water Line Improvements, C.I.P. No. 690236-100132, Contract 2263
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities is receiving bids until January 24, 2024, at 3:00 PM local time for construction of the Division of Water’s Elizabeth Ave Area Water Line Improvements, C.I.P. No. 690236-100132, Contract 2263 the work for which consists of approximately 9,500 linear feet of 6-inch and 8-inch water mains, and other work as may be necessary to complete the contract, in accordance with the drawings, technical specifications, special provisions, and City of Columbus Construction and Material specifications set forth in this Invitation For Bid (IFB). Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted. All questions concerning this project are to be sent to DPUConstructionBids@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions will be January 12, 2024, phone calls will not be accepted. Responses will be posted on Bid Express at www.bidexpress.com 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. A pre-bid meeting will not be held.
01/24/2024 08:00 PM UTC
Rome-Hilliard West Tank Painting Improvements, C.I.P. No. 690477-100020
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities is receiving bids until January 24, 2024, at 3:00 PM local time for construction of the Division of Water’s Rome-Hilliard West Tank Painting Improvements, C.I.P. No. 690477-100020, the work for which consists of abrasive blasting and recoating of the entire exterior, the ceiling of the interior wet, as well as spot repairs in the interior dry, and other work as may be necessary to complete the contract, in accordance with the drawings, technical specifications, special provisions, and City of Columbus Construction and Material specifications set forth in this Invitation For Bid (IFB). Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted. All questions concerning this project are to be sent to DPUConstructionBids@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions will be January 12, 2024, phone calls will not be accepted. Responses will be posted on Bid Express at www.bidexpress.com 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. The City will be holding a virtual pre-bid conference. Attendance is strongly recommended. Please see the bid documents for the meeting information. 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. City of Columbus MBE/WBE Program: This project is subject to the requirements of the City’s MBE/WBE Program. The MBE/WBE goal assigned to this project is 0.0%.
01/24/2024 08:00 PM UTC
650790-100000
Noble & Fourth Inflow Redirection
01/24/2024 08:00 PM UTC
690576-100000 DOW Safety Improvements
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities is receiving bids until January 17, 2024, at 3:00 PM local time for construction of the Division of Water Safety Improvements, C.I.P. No. 690576-100000 the work for which consists of installation of various safety modifications and improvements including fall protection, signage, handrail and guardrail and other work as may be necessary to complete the contract, in accordance with the drawings, technical specifications, special provisions, and City of Columbus Construction and Material specifications set forth in the Invitation For Bid (IFB). Bids are to be submitted only at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies shall not be accepted. All questions concerning this project are to be sent to DPUConstructionBids@columbus.gov. The last day to submit questions will be January 3, 2024, phone calls will not be accepted. Responses will be posted on Bid Express at www.bidexpress.com 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. A pre-bid meeting will be held. The City will be holding a pre-bid conference. Attendance is strongly recommended. It will be held at the Hap Cremean Water Plant -4250 Morse Road, Columbus, OH 43230 on December 12, 2023, at 10:00 AM EST, at the Administration Building Conference Room. Tours only will be given of the Parsons Avenue Water Plant on 12/12/23 at 1:00 PM and at the Dublin Road Water Plant on 12/13/23 at 10:00 AM.
01/17/2024 08:00 PM UTC
650234-100111
SCP 29JP DC3 and DC4 Roof Replacement RFQ026531
01/17/2024 08:00 PM UTC
650234-100114
SCP 28JP Whittier St Storm Tanks Control House Roof Replacement
01/17/2024 08:00 PM UTC
650354-100000
Southerly Waste Water Treatment Plant Post Aeration Diffuser Replacement
01/10/2024 08:00 PM UTC
650234-100113
SCP 24SO Southerly West Primary Control (WPC) Roof Replacement
01/10/2024 08:00 PM UTC
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