FY26 plumbing services at DNR fountain square & state fairgrounds

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is seeking plumbing services for facilities located in Columbus, specifically at Fountain Square and State Fairgrounds. The procurement opportunity involves 50 hours of service calls to address supply and drain issues in restrooms, kitchens, and areas with unidentified leaks, to be completed on an as-needed basis with prior ODNR authorization. The service period runs from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027, with a mandatory site visit scheduled for June 4, 2025, at 2045 Morse Road. Bidders must submit proposals by June 13, 2025, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Evaluation criteria include preferences for Buy American, Buy Ohio, and Veteran-Friendly Business, which can adjust the scoring by up to 9%. Qualified contractors must be capable of providing comprehensive plumbing services, responding to service calls, and submitting detailed invoices to Financial Shared Services.

The contract includes provisions for minority and diversity business participation, with specific emphasis on MBE and EDGE program requirements. Potential respondents must complete an Independent Contractor/Worker Acknowledgment form and affirm compliance with Executive Orders regarding offshore service restrictions. The project has a budgeted contingency of $5,000 for material costs, with labor to be paid at the hourly rate bid. Contractors must provide their own supplies and equipment and will not be eligible for employee benefits. The contract is valid through June 30, 2026, with the potential for a new Purchase Order for continued services. Notably, prevailing wage rates do not apply to this proposal, and contractors must comply with Ohio laws, including tax exemptions and specific workplace standards. The total contract value is not explicitly stated, but the contingency and service hours suggest a modest-scale procurement opportunity focused on maintenance and repair services.