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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
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Closed Solicitations

Number Deadline
690236-100137 Kenwick Road Area Water Line Improvements
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities is receiving bids until January 21, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time for construction of the Division of Water’s Kenwick Road Area Water Line Improvements, C.I.P. No. 690236-100137 the work for which consists of 288 linear feet of 6-inch, and 9,431 linear feet 8-inch water main, 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 9, 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.
01/21/2026 08:00 PM UTC
691201-100002 HCWP Residuals Removal - Lagoon 2
The City of Columbus (hereinafter “City”) is accepting bids for HCWP RESIDUALS REMOVAL – LAGOON 2, CIP No. 691201-100002, Contract 2511, the work for which consists of the removal, hauling, and beneficial use of drinking water treatment residuals and grit from Hap Cremean Water Plant Lagoon No. 2, Cell A, vegetation removal and disposal, and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract, in accordance with the technical specifications set forth in this Invitation For Bid (IFB).
01/21/2026 08:00 PM UTC
690411-100014 Hoover Dam Improvements - Part 2
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities is receiving bids until December 17, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time for construction of the Division of Water’s Hoover Dam Improvements – Part 2 project, the work for which consists of new construction, upgrades and rehabilitation work as described in the IFB Book 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. 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.
12/17/2025 08:00 PM UTC
650870-115153 And 690236-100158
HIGHLAND/HARRIS INTEGRATED SOLUTIONS AND SOUTH EUREKA AVE. WATER LINE IMPROVEMENTS
12/17/2025 08:00 PM UTC
690236-100126 Sawmill Place Boulevard Area Water Line Improvement
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities is receiving bids until December 17, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time for construction of the Division of Water’s Sawmill Place Blvd Area Water Line Improvements, C.I.P. No. 690236-100126 the work for which consists of replacing approximately 9,153 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 December 5, 2025, 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.
12/17/2025 08:00 PM UTC
Yard Waste and Log Grinding Services
Yard Waste and Log Grinding Services 1.1 Scope: The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities, is receiving bids until December 17, 2025, Wednesday, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time for Yard Waste and Log Grinding Services. Bids are to be submitted only through Bid Express at www.bidexpress.com. Hard copies or emails will not be accepted. This Bid is to provide the City of Columbus with an Indefinite Quantity Agreement to purchase Yard Waste and Log Grinding Services; and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract in accordance with the 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 not be a pre-bid conference. The current supply of bulking agent on-site is available for inspection by the bidder. Contact Josh Lutz, Water Reclamation Residuals Manager, jrlutz@columbus.gov, 614-645-3770 for more information. 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. 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. There is no charge to establish an account with Bid Express or to bid on City of Columbus projects through Bid Express.
12/17/2025 08:00 PM UTC
650357-100101
Southerly Wastewater Treatment Plant Power (SWWTP) System Upgrades and Safety Improvements
12/10/2025 08:00 PM UTC
690569-100000
Elevator Improvements, C.I.P. No. 690569-100000 1.1 Scope: The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities is receiving bids until December 3, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time for construction of the Division of Water’s Elevator Improvements, C.I.P. No. 690569-100000 the work for which consists of renovating and modernizing the freight elevators at the PAWP, HCWP, DRWP, Hoover Dam, and 910 Dublin Road, 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 November 19, 2025, 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. Please see addendum 4 for the revised site visit date, times and locations. 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.
12/03/2025 08:00 PM UTC
650404-100052
2025 Annual Lining Contract. The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities, is receiving bids until December 3, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time for construction services on, CIP # 650404-100052, 2025 Annual Lining Contract. 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 rehabilitation of approximately 26,500 lineal feet of pipe ranging from 6-inches to 42-inches in diameter via cured-in-place pipe methods, and rehabilitation of the approximately 105 associated manholes with cementitious products, and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract, in accordance with the plans and specifications set forth in the 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.
12/03/2025 08:00 PM UTC
690236-100136
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities is receiving bids until November 12, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time for construction of the Division of Water’s Athens Avenue and Rumsey Road Area Water Line Improvements, C.I.P. No. 690236-100136 the work for which consists of replacing approximately 9,900 linear feet of 2-inch, 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 October 31, 2025, 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.
11/12/2025 08:00 PM UTC
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