650033-100003

The Central College Subtrunk, Phase 3 project (CIP 650033-100003) is a sanitary sewer improvement initiative issued by the City of Columbus Department of Public Utilities. The primary scope of work involves the construction of approximately 10,926 linear feet of 48-inch sanitary sewer utilizing microtunneling, along with the installation of jacking pits, manholes, and site restoration. Additional requirements include the furnishing and erection of temporary and permanent galvanized steel chain-link fencing and gates. The project is funded through the Water Pollution Control Loan Fund (WPCLF), necessitating strict adherence to Ohio and U.S. EPA regulations, including American Iron and Steel (AIS) and Build America, Buy America (BABA) provisions. Bids must be submitted electronically via Bid Express by November 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. Submission requirements include a 5.4% OEPA subcontractor diversity goal, mandatory Proposal Signature Affidavits, and electronic bid bonds processed through Surety2000 or Tinubu. Award evaluation is based on responsiveness, pricing, and project-specific responsibility factors under Columbus City Code 329. The contract mandates compliance with Davis-Bacon wage rates and requires the use of the Critical Path Method (CPM) for scheduling. Performance will be monitored by a Construction Management Team (CMT), which is responsible for conducting substantial completion inspections and managing the final punch list.