PWC West Branch Maintenance Garage Repair/Renovation

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is seeking a contractor to perform structural repairs and renovation of the West Branch State Park maintenance garage located in Ravenna, OH. The project involves comprehensive repairs to a 36' x 56' maintenance facility, specifically targeting 16 support beams that have degraded, with four door support posts requiring complete replacement. Additional scope includes replacing rotted door headers, soffits, and fascia, as well as constructing a new shed roof overhang on the building's east side. Potential bidders are strongly encouraged to conduct a site visit before submitting proposals and can schedule an appointment with John Trevelline at 330-604-3708. The Request for Quotation (RFQ) indicates the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, determined by calculating the low lot total through multiplying unit costs by estimated usage. The proposal submission deadline is October 24, 2025, with a project completion date of March 27, 2026, and the contract validity extending through June 30, 2026.

The contract appears to have standard state procurement requirements, including mandatory use of the OhioBuys digital procurement platform and obtaining an OH|ID credential for system access. Bidders must complete the Standard Affirmation & Disclosure Form, which requires detailed disclosure of business locations and compliance with Executive Orders regarding offshore services. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed, the State of Ohio typically encourages participation from minority and diverse business enterprises. The project will be funded through the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, with no state sales tax applied. Invoicing will require detailed documentation submitted to Financial Shared Services, either by email or mail. Although a specific budget range is not provided, contractors must maintain appropriate insurance coverage, including commercial general liability, automobile liability, and workers' compensation. The successful bidder will be required to comply with comprehensive cybersecurity standards, including maintaining security consistent with NIST 800-53 moderate baseline controls.