Walnut Ridge Park Improvements

The City of Westerville is soliciting competitive bids for the Walnut Ridge Park Improvements project, a comprehensive park renovation initiative in Delaware County, Ohio. The procurement encompasses the design and construction of multiple infrastructure improvements, including a new asphalt parking lot and trails, concrete walkways, stream relocation and wetland development, boardwalks, and landscaping enhancements. The project requires qualified contractors capable of executing complex site work involving environmental modifications and landscape development. The engineer's estimate for the base bid is $3,013,000, with a project completion deadline of October 23, 2026. Bids are due on February 19, 2026, and interested parties should submit their proposals through the designated bonfire hub portal at https://westerville.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/220033. The posting was made on February 3, 2026, providing bidders with a 16-day submission window to prepare and submit their proposals.

The contract opportunity documentation does not specify designated set-asides for disadvantaged enterprises, minority-owned businesses, or other special classifications, nor does it identify incumbent vendors or existing contractors currently operating the facility. No specific requirements regarding integration with existing infrastructure or technology systems are noted in the available information. The estimated award value is approximately $3,013,000 based on the engineer's estimate for the base bid, though final award amounts may vary depending on bid evaluation and any approved alternate bids or change orders. Prospective bidders should review the complete project specifications and bid requirements available through the Bonfire Hub portal to ensure full understanding of qualifications, evaluation criteria, and all submission requirements.