City of Columbus Downtown Entrance Plaza Redevelopment RFPQ - CRC-26-02
Town of ColumbusCity · Columbus, IN- Due
- Jun 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 22, 2026
- Primary contact
- Mikala Brown
- (812) 376-2500
The 30-second brief
The City of Columbus, Indiana Board of Public Works and Safety is issuing a Request for Proposals and Qualifications (RFPQ) for the redevelopment and construction of public infrastructure for the Downtown Entrance Plaza project under a Build-Operate-Transfer delivery method. The project encompasses the POW/MIA/Law Enforcement Plaza, Public Safety Plaza, and Robert D. Garton Veterans Plaza, located between Brown, 2nd, Jackson, and 1st Streets, divided by SR 46. Scope includes site clearing, grading, plaza and trail construction, hardscape integration, water feature installation, landscaping, green space plantings, and ADA compliance. Proposals are due by June 2, 2026, at 10:00 AM through Euna Procurement / Ion Wave. A pre-bid meeting was held on May 6, 2026, and questions were due by May 13, 2026. Evaluation will be based on qualifications, project approach, and best value over the project life.
Site clearing, Grading, Plaza and trail construction, Hardscape, Water feature, Landscaping, Mindful plantings, Pedestrian design features
Qualifications, approach to the project, ability to deliver the City with the best value over the life of the Project
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Summary
The City of Columbus, Indiana Board of Public Works and Safety is issuing a Request for Proposals and Qualifications (RFPQ) for the redevelopment and construction of public infrastructure for the Downtown Entrance Plaza project under a Build-Operate-Transfer delivery method.
The project encompasses the POW/MIA/Law Enforcement Plaza, Public Safety Plaza, and Robert D. Garton Veterans Plaza, located between Brown, 2nd, Jackson, and 1st Streets, divided by SR 46. Scope includes site clearing, grading, plaza and trail construction, hardscape integration, water feature installation, landscaping, green space plantings, and ADA compliance. Proposals are due by June 2, 2026, at 10:00 AM through Euna Procurement / Ion Wave. A pre-bid meeting was held on May 6, 2026, and questions were due by May 13, 2026. Evaluation will be based on qualifications, project approach, and best value over the project life.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Qualifications, approach to the project, ability to deliver the City with the best value over the life of the Project
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Site clearing
- Grading
- Plaza and trail construction
- Hardscape
- Water feature
- Landscaping
- Mindful plantings
- Pedestrian design features
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Proposal/Qualifications
- Comprehensive Compliance Form
- Probable Cost Estimate
- Submit to
- https://columbusin.ionwave.net/
- Scope location
- Columbus, IN
- Reported agency
- City of Columbus
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Town of Columbus?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 2, 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://columbusin.ionwave.net/. For questions, contact Mikala Brown.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Town of Columbus in IN, 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 RFQ 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 Mikala Brown at (812) 376-2500. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Site clearing, Grading, Plaza and trail construction, Hardscape, Water feature, Landscaping, Mindful plantings, Pedestrian design features. 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: "Qualifications, approach to the project, ability to deliver the City with the best value over the life of the Project" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Columbus?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Columbus are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Columbus regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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/Qualifications, Comprehensive Compliance Form, Probable Cost Estimate. Review the full document from Town of Columbus for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Columbus, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.