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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
650870-101201
Blueprint Miller Kelton Newton Bedford (Rain Garden)
05/20/2026 07:00 PM UTC
690522-100002
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities is receiving bids until May 20, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Eastern Time for construction of the Division of Water’s SCADA Radio Improvements, C.I.P. Number, 690522-100002, the work for which consists of Supervisory Contral and Data Acquisition (SCADA) radio and cellular improvements 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. The last day to submit Questions pertaining to this invitation for bid must be submitted by May 12, 2026, 5:00 PM Eastern Time via email to DPUConstructionBids@columbus.gov. The email should reference the project number and the project name. No phone calls will be accepted. Questions will be answered via an addendum issued for the bid. Typically, questions are held and answered via an addendum posted approximately one week before the bid due date. The department may choose to issue multiple addendums and answer questions more frequently .. A pre-bid meeting will not be held. 1.2 Classification: Most bid documents will be available for review and download on Bid Express at www.bidexpress.com after the IFB is published. Some bid documents, such as plans and technical specifications, will not be posted on Bid Express as this is considered a secure infrastructure project. Instructions on how to obtain these documents are stated in Bid Express. Firms must meet the mandatory requirements stated in the IFB for a bid to be considered for contract award.
05/20/2026 07:00 PM UTC
690236-100135 Heyl Ave Area Water Line Improvements
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities is receiving bids until June 3, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time for construction of the Division of Water’s Heyl Ave Area Water Line Improvements, CIP 690236-100135 the work for which consists of 11,767 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 such 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 May 19, 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%.
06/03/2026 07:00 PM UTC
Hoover Dam Improvements - Part 2 Re-Bid 690411-100014
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities is receiving bids until June 17, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Eastern time for construction of the Division of Water’s Hoover Dam Improvements – Part 2, C.I.P. Numbers. 690411-100014, the work for which consists of following new construction, upgrades and rehabilitation work and other such 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. The last day to submit Questions pertaining to this invitation for bid must be submitted by June 10, 2026, 5:00 PM Eastern Time via email to DPUConstructionBids@columbus.gov. The email should reference the project number and the project name. No phone calls will be accepted. Questions will be answered via an addendum issued for the bid. Typically, questions are held and answered via an addendum posted approximately one week before the bid due date. The department may choose to issue multiple addendums and answer questions more frequently .. A pre-bid meeting will be held at 7600 South Sunbury Road, Westerville, OH 43081 on Monday, May 18, 2026, at 1:30 P.M., Watershed Conference Room.
06/17/2026 07:00 PM UTC
690600-100000 Home Road Water Plant
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities is receiving bids until August 26, 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).
08/26/2026 07:00 PM UTC
5 Solicitations

Closed Solicitations

Number Deadline
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
690473-100021 Wilson Bridge Booster Station Improvements
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities, is receiving bids until March 18, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time for construction services for the Wilson Bridge Booster Station Improvements, CIP Number 690473-100021. Bids are to be submitted only through Bid Express at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies will not be accepted. This project involves the demolition of an abandoned booster station and reclamation of the surrounding area. All questions concerning this project 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. The City will not be holding a pre-bid conference. Notice of published addenda will be posted on www.bidexpress.com. 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.
03/18/2026 07:00 PM UTC
650895-100004 Community Park/Maple Canyon HSTS Elimination
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities, is receiving bids until March 4, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time for construction services for CIP #650895-100004, Community Park/Maple Canyon HSTS Elimination project. Bids are to be submitted only through Bid Express at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies or emails will not be accepted. This project involves placing approximately 2,300 LF of sanitary sewer main and associated sanitary manhole structures, 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. 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 is being funded with a loan from the Water Pollution Control Loan Fund. The DBE goal for this project is 5.4%.
03/04/2026 08:00 PM UTC
611037-100000 Krieger Court Stormwater Improvements
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities, is receiving bids until February 25, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Eastern Time for construction services on, CIP 611037-100000, Krieger Court Stormwater Improvements project. Bids are to be submitted only through Bid Express at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies or emails will not be accepted. The work consists of the addition of a control structure to an existing drainage basin and the replacement of storm sewers downstream of the basin. The project involves the reconstruction of driveways and culverts where necessary to accommodate the stormwater improvements, and other such 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). 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. There will be no pre-bid conference for this project. Submit questions as directed below. 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. 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 is being funded with a loan from the Water Pollution Control Loan Fund. The DBE goal for this project is 5.4%.
02/25/2026 08:00 PM UTC
690477-100022 710 East Tank Painting Improvements
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities is receiving bids until February 25, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Eastern time for the Division of Water’s 710 East Tank Painting Improvements, C.I.P. No. 690477-100022, the work for which consists of abrasive blasting and recoating of the entire exterior, the entire interior dry, and spot repairs in the interior wet and other such 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 Friday, February 13, 2026, 5:00P.M. Eastern Time, phone calls will not be accepted. Responses will be posted on Bid Express at www.bidexpress.com as an addendum. The City will be holding a pre-bid conference. Attendance is strongly recommended. Please use the following links and/or call in number to attend the Pre-Bid Conference: 710 EAST TANK PAINTING IMPROVEMENTS PRE-BID CONFERENCE Thursday, January 29, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM (EST) TO JOIN THE MEETING FROM YOUR COMPUTER, TABLET OR SMARTPHONE. VIDEO CALL LINK: HTTPS://MEET.GOOGLE.COM/CCE-MTXO-ZTS YOU CAN ALSO DIAL IN USING YOUR PHONE. ‪402-318-7434 PIN: ‪202 515 916#‬‬‬‬‬‬ More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/cce-mtxo-zts?pin=2303037733203 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.
02/25/2026 08:00 PM UTC
690236-100133 Lexington Ave Area Water Line Improvements
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities is receiving bids until February 11, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time for construction of the Division of Water’s Lexington Ave Area Water Line Improvements, C.I.P. No. 690236-100133 the work for which consists of replacing approximately 9,200 linear feet of 6-inch and 8-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 January 28, 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%.
02/11/2026 08:00 PM UTC
690580-100000 PAWP Wellfield Improvement
Please note that the bid due date has been changed to February 11, 2026. The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities is receiving bids until February 11, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Eastern time for construction of the Division of Water’s Parsons Avenue Water Plant – Wellfield Improvement project, C.I.P. No. 690580-100000, the work for which consists of constructing a nominal 20-ft diameter caisson that extends approximately 130 feet below ground surface, installing lateral ports and laterals, installing high voltage primary power feed to the site, constructing a pump house including pumps, electrical, instrumentation, controls and mechanical equipment, 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 February 2, 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. A pre-bid meeting has already been held. There will be a pre-bid conference held at Parsons Avenue Water Plant – Basement Conference Room at 5600 Parsons Avenue on January 15, 2026, at 1:00 P.M. Eastern Time. Bidders are encouraged to attend and participate in the conference and walk-through tour. Bidders are charged with knowing whatever was discussed in the pre-bid conference in preparing and submitting their bid.
02/11/2026 08:00 PM UTC
650497-100002
THE UPPER SCIOTO WEST SUBTRUNK - WEST OF COSGRAY ROAD JAMESON ESTATES (GMRA Agreement)
02/11/2026 08:00 PM UTC
690521-120001 2026 Fire Hydrant Replacements
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities is receiving bids until February 11, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time for construction of the Division of Water’s 2026 Fire Hydrant Replacements, C.I.P. No. 690521-120001, the work for which consists of replacing damaged hydrants at various locations throughout the City of Columbus on an as-needed basis, and other work as may be necessary to complete the contract, in accordance with the 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 February 4, 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.
02/11/2026 08:00 PM UTC
690291-100007 PAWP Roof Renovations Part 2
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities is receiving bids until January 28, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern time for construction of the Division of Water Reclamation’s Parsons Avenue Water Plant Roof Renovations – Part 2, C.I.P. No. 690291-100007 project, the work for which consists of roof renovations and repairs at several buildings at Parsons Avenue Water Plant, 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 14, 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 be held. The City will be holding a pre-bid conference. Attendance is strongly recommended. It will be held at Parsons Avenue Water Plant, 5600 Parsons Ave, Lockbourne, OH 43137 on January 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern time; sign in at the front desk of the administration building. A site walk of the project area will commence immediately following the pre-bid conference
01/28/2026 08:00 PM UTC
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