City of Columbus Professional Services for Roadway - LinkUS - General Engineering RFP 2026 - RFQ033865
City of ColumbusCity · Columbus, OH- Due
- Nov 11, 2026
- 25 days left
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
- Primary contact
- Sherri Holt
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is requesting professional services for the Roadway - LinkUS - General Engineering 2026 RFP, solicitation RFQ033865. This project consists of tasks related to the City's role in the LinkUS program to provide contractual access to additional resources and technical expertise. The task order contract is funded with an initial appropriation of $500,000, subject to City Council approval. Proposals are due electronically via Bonfire by November 11, 2026 at 10:00 A.M. local time. Questions must be directed to [email protected]. Vendors must register on the Vendor Services portal and complete contract compliance requirements.
Location of Lead Offeror (Maximum 10 points), Project Manager (Maximum 20 points), Project Team (Maximum 30 points), Past Performance (Maximum 30 points), Understanding of Project/Project Approach (Maximum 10 points)
SUMMARY
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service is requesting professional services for the Roadway - LinkUS - General Engineering 2026 RFP, solicitation RFQ033865.
This project consists of tasks related to the City's role in the LinkUS program to provide contractual access to additional resources and technical expertise. The task order contract is funded with an initial appropriation of $500,000, subject to City Council approval. Proposals are due electronically via Bonfire by November 11, 2026 at 10:00 A.M. local time. Questions must be directed to [email protected]. Vendors must register on the Vendor Services portal and complete contract compliance requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Location of Lead Offeror (Maximum 10 points)
- Project Manager (Maximum 20 points)
- Project Team (Maximum 30 points)
- Past Performance (Maximum 30 points)
- Understanding of Project/Project Approach (Maximum 10 points)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Contract Compliance (EBO) Questionnaire
- Submit to
- https://columbus.bonfirehub.com/login
- Scope location
- Columbus, OH
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Columbus?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 11, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://columbus.bonfirehub.com/login. For questions, contact Sherri Holt.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Columbus 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 RFP 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 Sherri Holt. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Location of Lead Offeror (Maximum 10 points), Project Manager (Maximum 20 points), Project Team (Maximum 30 points), Past Performance (Maximum 30 points), Understanding of Project/Project Approach (Ma..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Columbus?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 11, 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 RFP?
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: Contract Compliance (EBO) Questionnaire. Review the full document from City 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, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.