Warehouse Evidence Facility

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), specifically the Division of Wildlife, is seeking bids for a comprehensive District 1 Evidence Room Upgrade located at 1500 Dublin Rd. in Columbus, Ohio. The procurement involves transforming a former wood-shop into a secure evidence storage facility with extensive infrastructure and security improvements. Key deliverables include installing a new walk-in freezer, five wheeled steel shelving units, a Cotterman ladder, a pallet jack, three gun safes, and a forensic power locker. The project requires removing existing windows and HVAC penetrations, installing a mini-split system, replacing a garage door with a roll-up dock door, and upgrading door hinges. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for July 25th at 1pm, with all project work required to be completed by December 31, 2025. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder through Ohio Buys, with bidders required to submit pricing for all items to be considered. This is a prevailing wage project, meaning contractors must comply with Ohio wage regulations and pay laborers according to current local wage rates.

The contract appears to have several restrictions and compliance requirements for potential bidders. There is an emphasis on Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Executive Diversity, Growth and Equity (EDGE) vendors, suggesting potential set-aside or preferential considerations for diverse businesses. Contractors must be licensed to do business in Ohio and provide their own workers' compensation coverage. The procurement includes strict compliance requirements with Ohio ethics laws, election laws, and specific prohibitions on offshore services and business with Russian institutions. Contractors must complete an Affirmation and Disclosure Form detailing their business locations and service performance areas. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the contract involves multiple equipment installations and infrastructure modifications. Contractors will be required to submit invoices directly to Financial Shared Services and are prohibited from charging sales tax. The contract terms are limited to the current biennial period, with potential for renewal through a separate addendum, and can be terminated if the Ohio General Assembly fails to appropriate funds.