26-39 RFP Construction Material Testing Services for Various Construction Projects

The City of Springfield, Ohio, is soliciting proposals under RFP 26-39 for construction material testing services for various projects scheduled for 2027 and 2028, with an optional extension for 2029. The selected provider must be a full-service certified independent testing laboratory capable of performing field inspection and laboratory testing for materials including soil, aggregate, concrete, asphalt, masonry, structural steel, deep foundations, floor flatness, and fireproofing. All work must adhere to the Department of Engineering Construction and Material Specifications dated December 2022, and projects involving federal or state funding may require Ohio Department of Transportation prequalification. Proposals must be submitted electronically via BidExpress by 4:00 PM local time on December 7, 2026. Submissions are limited to fifteen pages and must include a transmittal letter, executive summary, technical approach, key personnel qualifications, references, and a cost proposal with per-unit pricing. Evaluation is based on a 100-point scale focusing on relevant general experience (30 points), key personnel qualifications (25 points), the cost/fee schedule (25 points), and the project manager's municipal experience (20 points). Award will be granted to the proposer most favorable to the City. Required documentation includes an executed Ohio Revised Code certification form regarding unresolved findings for recovery and proof of liability insurance and professional accreditations.