TDC FY26 Campus Wide Fencing

The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) is soliciting quotes for a campus-wide fencing project at the Tiffin Developmental Center located in Shelby County, Ohio. The project involves installing approximately 635 linear feet of 4-foot chain link fencing at the Brubaker Rear area, removing and reusing 260 linear feet of existing chain link fencing, and installing gates at multiple locations. Additionally, the project requires approximately 189 linear feet of 5-foot industrial-grade aluminum fencing at various campus entrances and recreational areas. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for January 21, 2026, at 10:00 AM, where interested bidders must check in with Bryan Spero at the Administration building. Quotes are due on February 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM through the OhioBuys portal, with the contract estimated to be effective from February 2, 2026, through June 30, 2026. Contractors must comply with prevailing wage requirements under Chapter 4115 of the Ohio Revised Code and submit comprehensive documentation including Item Grids, electronic quotes, and various certification forms. Work must be completed between 7:00 AM and 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with consecutive daily work required for each specific task.

The solicitation includes several important compliance and qualification requirements for potential contractors. Bidders can claim preference designations for Buy American, Buy Ohio, or Veteran Friendly Business Enterprise (VBE) status by completing specific certification sections. Contractors must provide detailed information about their business, including employee counts, demographic data, and location of services. Mandatory requirements include obtaining necessary permits, providing OSHA-approved barricades, maintaining site safety, and completing landscape restoration. Criminal background checks are required, and contractors must certify that employees will not be under the influence of illegal drugs, alcohol, or abused prescription drugs while working at the facility. The state reserves the right to award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with quotes remaining valid for a minimum of 30 days from submission. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive requirements suggest a significant infrastructure investment for campus security and facility improvements.