PWC WWW Weekend Holiday Operations W.Branch,Wingfoot,Pymatuning,Punderson

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is soliciting bids for the weekend and state holiday operation of water and wastewater treatment plants at Punderson, Pymatuning, West Branch, and Wingfoot State Parks. The scope of work requires daily visits to each park, estimated at 30 minutes per location, to perform chlorine checks, record visits in logbooks, and conduct visual facility inspections to ensure power is operational and no leaks or overflows are present. While professional water and wastewater operator licenses are not required, bidders must demonstrate prior experience performing these specific types of checks. The contract is intended for an initial term of up to two years, with an option to renew for an additional two years upon mutual agreement. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the low lot total, calculated by multiplying unit costs by estimated usage. Bidders may be deemed non-responsive if they fail to bid on all required items. The state will apply preferences for Buy American, Buy Ohio, and certified Veteran-Friendly businesses. Awarded contractors must comply with Ohio prevailing wage laws, maintain specific insurance standards with an A.M. Best rating of A or better, and adhere to strict data residency and security requirements, including ensuring all state data remains within the contiguous United States. Payments are contingent upon the availability of lawful appropriations by the Ohio General Assembly and require a purchase order prior to the commencement of work.