Request for Proposals for the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA

The City of Upper Arlington is issuing a request for proposals to develop a comprehensive ADA Transition Plan aimed at ensuring compliance with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The project seeks qualified design services, with proposals to be submitted electronically to the City’s Division of Engineering, specifically to Aaron Scott, P.E., the City Engineer. The solicitation, identified as UA25-67 Transition Plan Update, was posted on July 16, 2025, with a deadline for responses set for August 6, 2025. The contract is expected to be valued between $50,000 and $200,000, and the city encourages participation from all qualified businesses, including minority and women-owned enterprises. The bidding process is governed by detailed instructions outlined in the city’s 'Information to Bidders' documents, which specify requirements for bid submission, pricing, and compliance. Bidders must submit their proposals online, adhere to fixed pricing policies excluding taxes, and may need to provide additional documentation such as affidavits confirming non-collusion and tax compliance. The process emphasizes transparency, fairness, and adherence to legal and procedural standards. Additional documents include a Tax Affidavit concerning delinquent personal property taxes and an affidavit from Howard County, Maryland, affirming non-collusion and compliance with various legal standards, underscoring the importance of integrity and legal compliance in the bidding process. The city’s procurement procedures aim to ensure a competitive, equitable, and compliant selection process for the development of the ADA Transition Plan.