City of Athens Uptown Area Utility Relocation Bid - Project #383 - 2025
City of Athens cityCity · Athens city, OH- Due
- May 20, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 24, 2025
- Primary contact
- Gillian Garland
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Athens is soliciting sealed bids for the Uptown Area Utility Relocation, City Project #383. The scope includes relocating existing overhead utilities into underground facilities along Carpenter Street, W. State Street, and Mill Street, from N. Congress Street to E. State Street. The project also features signal improvements and street beautification along Carpenter Street, including landscaping, lighting, and benches. The Engineer’s Estimate for the Base Bid is $2,336,352.82. The project is funded through the Appalachian Community Grant Program (ACGP) and the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), requiring compliance with federal funding, US Iron and Steel, and prevailing wage rates under Ohio Revised Code Chapter 4115. Bidders must provide a 100% proposal bond or 10% certified check. Bids are due by May 20, 2025, at 1:30 PM.
ACGP Minority Hiring Goal Compliance Plan, Proposal Bond, Bid Documents
Lowest and best bid, compliance with ACGP and ARPA requirements
SUMMARY
The City of Athens is soliciting sealed bids for the Uptown Area Utility Relocation, City Project #383.
The scope includes relocating existing overhead utilities into underground facilities along Carpenter Street, W. State Street, and Mill Street, from N. Congress Street to E. State Street. The project also features signal improvements and street beautification along Carpenter Street, including landscaping, lighting, and benches. The Engineer’s Estimate for the Base Bid is $2,336,352.82. The project is funded through the Appalachian Community Grant Program (ACGP) and the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), requiring compliance with federal funding, US Iron and Steel, and prevailing wage rates under Ohio Revised Code Chapter 4115. Bidders must provide a 100% proposal bond or 10% certified check. Bids are due by May 20, 2025, at 1:30 PM.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest and best bid, compliance with ACGP and ARPA requirements
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- ACGP Minority Hiring Goal Compliance Plan
- Proposal Bond
- Bid Documents
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Proposal bond
- Certified check
- Cashier's check
- Irrevocable letter of credit
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Athens, OH
- Reported agency
- City of Athens
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Athens city?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 20, 2025. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Gillian Garland.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Athens city in OH, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Gillian Garland. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: ACGP Minority Hiring Goal Compliance Plan, Proposal Bond, Bid Documents. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest and best bid, compliance with ACGP and ARPA requirements" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Athens city?
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What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Proposal bond, certified check, cashier's check, or irrevocable letter of credit. Review the full document from City of Athens city for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Athens, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.