PWC Caesar Creek Dog Park Concrete work

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is seeking qualified contractors to perform concrete pad installation at Caesar Creek State Park for a new dog park memorial project. The procurement involves constructing concrete pads for various park amenities, including four 7'x10' picnic table pads, nine 3'x6' bench pads, three water fountain pads totaling approximately 118 square feet, and two sally port entry/exit area pads totaling 260 square feet. Specific technical requirements include a minimum 3-inch gravel base, 3000 psi concrete mix, wire mesh reinforcement, and a slight drainage slope. The project, which will serve as a memorial for fallen K-9 Officer Jason Lagore, requires precise construction standards and is scheduled for completion by the end of June 2025. Potential bidders are strongly encouraged to conduct a site visit with Park Manager Tiffany DeChant-Hunt before submitting a quote, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The proposal is due by May 6, 2025, with the opportunity posted on April 7, 2025, and all bids will be evaluated on a line-item basis through the OhioBuys procurement platform.

The contract opportunity appears to have provisions encouraging participation from minority and disadvantaged business enterprises, specifically referencing Ohio Revised Code Section 125.081 and Executive Order 2008-13S, which promote Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Encouraging Diversity, Growth and Equity (EDGE) businesses. Contractors must complete and submit a Standard Affirmation & Disclosure Form that requires transparency about business locations, service performance areas, and data storage locations. The procurement includes strict requirements regarding offshore service restrictions, mandating that services be performed within the United States. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the project involves infrastructure improvements for a state park facility. Contractors must comply with comprehensive state requirements, including mandatory insurance coverage, confidentiality obligations, and adherence to state procurement regulations. The contract will be executed using a standard Services Agreement Template that allows for potential renewal and is subject to the current state biennium budget appropriations.