City of Cincinnati - Bramble Park Trail Shared Use Path - Invitation to Bid 273C909397 (2026)
City of CincinnatiCity · Cincinnati, OH- Due
- Oct 28, 2026
- Due today
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Shannon Brower
The 30-second brief
The City of Cincinnati Office of Procurement is issuing an Invitation to Bid for the construction of the Bramble Park Shared Use Path, located in the community of Madisonville in Cincinnati, Ohio. The project scope involves constructing an approximately 1,000-foot-long shared use path between Bramble Park and Settle Street, featuring site preparation, clearing, grubbing, tree removal, excavation, embankment, aggregate base, asphalt surface and intermediate courses, concrete landings, bikeway railing fence construction, stormwater improvements, yard drains, shallow pipe underdrains, site restoration, and tree planting. Bids are due by October 28, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. EST. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on October 20, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at the picnic shelter at Bramble Park. The project requires an MBE participation of 8% and WBE participation of 10%, state prevailing wages, a 10% bid surety, and 100% performance surety.
Construct approximately 1, 000 feet of shared use path; Clearing and grubbing; Tree removal (12", 18", 30"); Pavement removal; Excavation including embankment; Subgrade compaction; Aggregate base; Asphalt concrete intermediate course; Asphalt concrete surface course; Yard drains; 6-inch shallow pipe underdrain; Concrete landings (7"); Pavement markings and signage; Seeding and mulching; Deciduous tree planting (2" caliper); Bikeway railing fence (Type BR)
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Summary
The City of Cincinnati Office of Procurement is issuing an Invitation to Bid for the construction of the Bramble Park Shared Use Path, located in the community of Madisonville in Cincinnati, Ohio.
The project scope involves constructing an approximately 1,000-foot-long shared use path between Bramble Park and Settle Street, featuring site preparation, clearing, grubbing, tree removal, excavation, embankment, aggregate base, asphalt surface and intermediate courses, concrete landings, bikeway railing fence construction, stormwater improvements, yard drains, shallow pipe underdrains, site restoration, and tree planting. Bids are due by October 28, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. EST. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on October 20, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at the picnic shelter at Bramble Park. The project requires an MBE participation of 8% and WBE participation of 10%, state prevailing wages, a 10% bid surety, and 100% performance surety.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest and best responsive bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
16- Construct approximately 1, 000 feet of shared use path
- Clearing and grubbing
- Tree removal (12", 18", 30")
- Pavement removal
- Excavation including embankment
- Subgrade compaction
- Aggregate base
- Asphalt concrete intermediate course
- Asphalt concrete surface course
- Yard drains
- 6-inch shallow pipe underdrain
- Concrete landings (7")
- Pavement markings and signage
- Seeding and mulching
- Deciduous tree planting (2" caliper)
- Bikeway railing fence (Type BR)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Bid Bond
- Construction Bid Surety and Signature Form
- Forms and questionnaires in Volume Two
- Excel pricing sheets in Volume Three
- Categorical Exclusion Commitment Form
- DEI 147 form
- Form 2004 Subcontractor Approval Request
- Affidavit of Contractor or Subcontractor Prevailing Wages
- Affidavit of Original or Sub-Contractor (Labor and Material)
- Affidavit of General or Mechanical Branch Contractor for Partial Payment
- Form 107 Alternate Bids
- Form PURCH 160 Contractors Insurance
- Submit to
- https://vss.cincinnati-oh.gov/vssprod/Advantage4
- Scope location
- Cincinnati, OH
Questions about this BID
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 28, 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 Shannon Brower.
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 Shannon Brower. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Construct approximately 1, 000 feet of shared use path; Clearing and grubbing; Tree removal (12", 18", 30"); Pavement removal; Excavation including embankment; Subgrade compaction; Aggregate base; Asphalt concrete intermediate course; Asphalt concrete surface course; Yard drains; 6-inch shallow pipe. 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 responsive bidder" 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 28, 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: Bid Bond, Construction Bid Surety and Signature Form, Forms and questionnaires in Volume Two, Excel pricing sheets in Volume Three, Categorical Exclusion Commitment Form, DEI 147 form, Form 2004 Subco. 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.