Oxbow Lake Boat Dock Refurbishment

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), specifically Wildlife District 2, Fish Management, is seeking proposals for the Oxbow Lake Boat Dock Refurbishment project located at 19966 Schick Rd. in Defiance County. The procurement involves replacing deck boards on a boat dock measuring 8'6" wide by 36' long, which will be completed in two sections. Specific requirements include complete removal of existing wood, rub rails, and cleats, with new installation of Trex Select composite decking in either Pebble Gray or Winchester Gray. The dock can remain in the water during renovation, with potential crane-assisted removal as an option. Bidders are required to submit proposals through Ohio Buys, with a project delivery date set for December 1, 2024. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, calculated through a low lot total method that multiplies unit costs by estimated usage. Interested contractors are encouraged to schedule a site visit with Mike Wilkerson prior to submitting their proposal, with the bid submission deadline of October 31, 2025.

The procurement appears to have specific requirements for bidder qualifications, including mandatory submission of a Standard Affirmation & Disclosure Form and potential additional documentation such as an Addendum to Bid Quote or Personal Services Agreement. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned in the documents, Ohio state contracts typically encourage participation from minority and diverse business enterprises (MBE and EDGE). The state's standard terms and conditions emphasize compliance with equal employment opportunity guidelines and minority business participation. Invoicing for the project must be submitted directly to Ohio Shared Services through email, fax, or mail. Although a specific budget range is not detailed in the provided documents, the project involves dock refurbishment and would likely require specialized marine construction or repair expertise. Contractors will need to demonstrate capability in marine construction, decking installation, and compliance with state procurement regulations. The contract appears to be funded through state resources, with performance contingent on Ohio General Assembly appropriations.