City of Cincinnati - 2026 System Maintenance Cleaning - 271R905203 (2026)
City of CincinnatiCity · Cincinnati, OH- Due
- Oct 27, 2026
- 11 days left
- Posted
- Oct 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Santandris Bonner
- (513) 352-2411
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Cincinnati Office of Procurement is issuing an Invitation to Bid for 2026 System Maintenance Cleaning services for the Metropolitan Sewer District of Greater Cincinnati (MSDGC). The scope of work includes condition-based cleaning of sewer mainlines, non-PACP post-cleaning condition assessments, CCTV visual inspections, heavy and light sewer cleaning, and grinding of protruding service connections. Bids are due by October 27, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET. The contract duration is 12 months, and responses must be submitted electronically through the City's Vendor Self Service website.
Non-PACP crawler camera visual inspection, Jetter camera visual inspection, Light sewer cleaning, Heavy sewer cleaning, Grinding protruding service connections, Advanced flow control, Advanced traffic control
Price, Compliance with the bid conditions and specifications, Length of time required for delivery, Alternates and / or substitutions proposed, Rigidity and mechanical construction
SUMMARY
The City of Cincinnati Office of Procurement is issuing an Invitation to Bid for 2026 System Maintenance Cleaning services for the Metropolitan Sewer District of Greater Cincinnati (MSDGC).
The scope of work includes condition-based cleaning of sewer mainlines, non-PACP post-cleaning condition assessments, CCTV visual inspections, heavy and light sewer cleaning, and grinding of protruding service connections. Bids are due by October 27, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET. The contract duration is 12 months, and responses must be submitted electronically through the City's Vendor Self Service website.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Price
- Compliance with the bid conditions and specifications
- Length of time required for delivery
- Alternates and / or substitutions proposed
- Rigidity and mechanical construction
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Non-PACP crawler camera visual inspection
- Jetter camera visual inspection
- Light sewer cleaning
- Heavy sewer cleaning
- Grinding protruding service connections
- Advanced flow control
- Advanced traffic control
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Addenda Acknowledgment Form
- Questionnaire
- Alternate Bids Form 107
- MSDGC Form 147
- MSDGC SBE Goal Compliance Cover Page
- Subcontractor Utilization Plan
- Form Purch 160
- Submit to
- https://vss.cincinnati-oh.gov/vssprod/Advantage4
- Scope location
- Cincinnati, OH
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Cincinnati?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 27, 2026. 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: https://vss.cincinnati-oh.gov/vssprod/Advantage4. For questions, contact Santandris Bonner.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Cincinnati 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 Santandris Bonner at (513) 352-2411. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Non-PACP crawler camera visual inspection, Jetter camera visual inspection, Light sewer cleaning, Heavy sewer cleaning, Grinding protruding service connections, Advanced flow control, Advanced traffic control. 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: "Price, Compliance with the bid conditions and specifications, Length of time required for delivery, Alternates and / or substitutions proposed, Rigidity and mechanical construction" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Cincinnati?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Cincinnati are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Cincinnati regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 27, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Addenda Acknowledgment Form, Questionnaire, Alternate Bids Form 107, MSDGC Form 147, MSDGC SBE Goal Compliance Cover Page, Subcontractor Utilization Plan, Form Purch 160. Review the full document from City of Cincinnati for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cincinnati, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.