Horseshoe Fence

The Ohio Department of Veterans Services/Ohio Veterans Home Sandusky is seeking a qualified contractor to install a 6-foot tall, black aluminum, picket-style fence at their facility located at 3416 Columbus Avenue in Sandusky, Ohio. The project involves approximately 250 linear feet of fencing, including a 9-foot ADA-compliant gate with 120-volt electrical wiring, access control hardware, and emergency egress capabilities integrated with the fire system. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for August 13, 2025, at 10:00 am, where potential bidders must sign in at the Secrest Main Entrance front desk and inspect the existing property fencing. The solicitation will be awarded through OhioBuys to the lowest and most responsive bidder, with proposals due by August 21, 2025. Contractors must complete an Affirmative Action Plan, comply with Ohio Revised Code requirements, and adhere to ADA and OSHA standards. The project requires detailed invoicing showing labor hours, rates, and material costs, to be submitted within 30 days of project completion to invoices@dvs.ohio.gov.

The contract opportunity appears to have set-aside provisions and specific requirements for contractor qualifications, including maintaining a drug-free workplace and conducting background checks for employees. Contractors must perform work during approved hours (Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm) and provide 48-hour notice before scheduled services. The State of Ohio's Standard Terms and Conditions, revised on March 1, 2024, will govern the contract, which includes provisions for minority and disadvantaged business enterprise participation. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the contract documents indicate that compensation will be limited to a specified amount in State Fiscal Year 2025. The contract period is anticipated to run through June 30, 2027, with potential renewal options subject to satisfactory performance and appropriation of funds. Contractors will be required to maintain specific insurance coverages and comply with state and federal regulations, including ethical standards and antitrust provisions.