Hueston Woods State Park installation of Two Pavilions

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is soliciting bids for the installation of two pavilions at Hueston Woods State Park Nature Center. The project involves constructing two distinct pavilions: Pavilion #1 measuring approximately 22' x 36' over an existing concrete pad, and Pavilion #2 measuring approximately 24' x 40' requiring a new concrete pad with connections to existing sidewalk and parking lot infrastructure. Both pavilions must feature curved, glue-laminated roof beams, tongue and groove solid wood decking, engineer-stamped plans from an Ohio-licensed engineer, gutters and downspouts, a minimum 1-foot overhang, 26-gauge metal roofing and siding with a 25-year paint warranty, and comprehensive as-built records with operation and maintenance manuals. Mandatory site visits must be scheduled with Kathryn Conner at 513-260-4445 between Tuesday and Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., prior to bid submission. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder determined by the low lot total, with bids due by February 9, 2026. Concrete work must meet specific technical specifications, including compaction, air entrainment, compressive strength, and finish requirements.

The opportunity appears to encourage participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Encouraging Diversity, Growth and Equity (EDGE) vendors pursuant to Ohio Revised Code Section 125.081. Contractors must complete an Affirmation and Disclosure Form affirming compliance with Executive Orders prohibiting offshore service performance and disclosing business locations. The project is federally assisted and requires contractors to obtain all necessary building permits and coordinate inspections with the Ohio Department of Commerce. Insurance requirements include commercial general liability coverage of at least $2,000,000 per occurrence, automobile liability coverage of $1,000,000, and workers' compensation insurance with statutory limits. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, contractors should be prepared to submit detailed invoices to Financial Shared Services with comprehensive documentation. The project will require compliance with federal laws, prevailing wage requirements, and strict documentation and reporting standards.