City of Cincinnati Barricading Empty Buildings - Residential ITB-282-271W906091-1
City of CincinnatiCity · Cincinnati, OH- Due
- Oct 22, 2026
- 6 days left
- Posted
- Sep 24, 2026
- Primary contact
- Margaret Elkanick
- (513) 352-3265
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SUMMARY
The City of Cincinnati Central Purchasing is issuing an Invitation to Bid for residential property barricading services under solicitation ITB-282-271W906091-1.
This is an online bid only, with responses to be submitted via the Vendor Self Service (VSS) portal. The submission deadline is October 22, 2026. Interested vendors must review the provided volumes and instructions.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- 271W906091_Volume 1.pdf
- 271W906091_Volume 2A.pdf
- 271W906091_Volume 2B.pdf
- 271W906091_Volume 4.pdf
- 271W906091_Volume 3.xlsx
- Instructions for Submitting Online Bids.pdf
- Interested in Subcontracting.pdf
- Submit to
- https://vss.cincinnati-oh.gov/vssprod/Advantage4#ITB-282-271W906091-1
- Scope location
- Cincinnati, OH
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this IFB from City of Cincinnati?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 22, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://vss.cincinnati-oh.gov/vssprod/Advantage4#ITB-282-271W906091-1. For questions, contact Margaret Elkanick.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
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 IFB 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 Margaret Elkanick at (513) 352-3265. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 22, 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 IFB?
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: 271W906091_Volume 1.pdf, 271W906091_Volume 2A.pdf, 271W906091_Volume 2B.pdf, 271W906091_Volume 4.pdf, 271W906091_Volume 3.xlsx, Instructions for Submitting Online Bids.pdf, Interested in Subcontractin. 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.