City of Lorain - Former Lorain St. Joseph Hospital Demolition Project - 2026
City of LorainCity · Lorain, OH- Due
- Sep 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 5, 2026
- Primary contact
- Rey Carrion
- (440) 204-2011
The 30-second brief
The City of Lorain, Ohio is soliciting bids for the Former Lorain St. Joseph Hospital Demolition Project located at 205 & 208 West 20th Street, Lorain, OH 44052. The project involves site infrastructure improvements, site clearing, demolition of an abandoned parking garage and property-wide structures, asbestos and hazardous material considerations, soil import and backfill, compaction, grading, and hydro-seeding. Estimated base bid construction cost is $4,145,196.00. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for August 18, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Lorain City Hall, with an optional site walk to follow. Written questions will be accepted until 12:00 noon on Thursday, August 20, 2026. Sealed bids are due by 11:00 AM on August 27, 2026, at the Lorain Law Department, Lorain City Hall 3rd Floor, 200 West Erie Ave, Lorain, OH 44052. Bids must be accompanied by a bid security of 10% of the amount bid.
Price, Past Contract Performance, Financial Ability, Experience, Equipment and facilities, Workforce adequacy, Compliance with laws, Drug-free workplace program, Prior experience with surety, Pre-bid meeting attendance
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Summary
The City of Lorain, Ohio is soliciting bids for the Former Lorain St.
Joseph Hospital Demolition Project located at 205 & 208 West 20th Street, Lorain, OH 44052. The project involves site infrastructure improvements, site clearing, demolition of an abandoned parking garage and property-wide structures, asbestos and hazardous material considerations, soil import and backfill, compaction, grading, and hydro-seeding. Estimated base bid construction cost is $4,145,196.00. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for August 18, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Lorain City Hall, with an optional site walk to follow. Written questions will be accepted until 12:00 noon on Thursday, August 20, 2026. Sealed bids are due by 11:00 AM on August 27, 2026, at the Lorain Law Department, Lorain City Hall 3rd Floor, 200 West Erie Ave, Lorain, OH 44052. Bids must be accompanied by a bid security of 10% of the amount bid.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
10- Price
- Past Contract Performance
- Financial Ability
- Experience
- Equipment and facilities
- Workforce adequacy
- Compliance with laws
- Drug-free workplace program
- Prior experience with surety
- Pre-bid meeting attendance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
15- Sworn Wage Statement
- Proposal
- Bid Schedule/Bid Sheet
- Bid Guaranty and Contract Bond
- Affidavit of Authority
- Disclosure of Personal Property Taxes
- Noncollusion Affidavit of Prime Bidder
- W-9 Form
- Business Registration Form
- Certification that Contract is Not Debarred Suspended Nor Excluded
- Proposed Subcontractor List
- Section J Contractor Qualification Statement
- Insurance Certificate
- State of Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation Certificate
- Bidder's and Subcontractors' Certificate of licensure
- Submit to
- Law Department, Lorain City Hall 3rd Floor, 200 West Erie Ave, Lorain, OH 44052
- Scope location
- Lorain, Ohio
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Lorain?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 3, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Law Department, Lorain City Hall 3rd Floor, 200 West Erie Ave, Lorain, OH 44052. For questions, contact Rey Carrion.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Lorain 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 Rey Carrion at (440) 204-2011. 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: "Price, Past Contract Performance, Financial Ability, Experience, Equipment and facilities, Workforce adequacy, Compliance with laws, Drug-free workplace program, Prior experience with surety, Pre-bid..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Lorain?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Lorain are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Lorain 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 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: Sworn Wage Statement, Proposal, Bid Schedule/Bid Sheet, Bid Guaranty and Contract Bond, Affidavit of Authority, Disclosure of Personal Property Taxes, Noncollusion Affidavit of Prime Bidder, W-9 Form,. Review the full document from City of Lorain for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lorain, Ohio. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
