Space Planning Study (600001-100001)

The contract involves conducting a comprehensive space planning study for the Department of Public Utilities (DPU) to evaluate the potential closure of its administration building at 910 Dublin Road and operations at 3500/3568 Indianola Avenue. The study aims to determine the space requirements for consolidating the department’s administrative, engineering, and regulatory staff—approximately 500 personnel—into a single facility, including the Director’s Office, Division of Water, Division of Sewerage and Drainage, and Division of Power. Additionally, the project will assess available space at 1250 Fairwood Avenue to accommodate operations previously housed at Indianola Avenue. A high-level evaluation of possible future locations for staff and operations is also part of the scope, with a draft report and floor plans expected within four months of the notice to proceed. The project emphasizes a focus on equitable contracting, with a specific goal of 15% for Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Women Business Enterprise (WBE) participation. The contract is valued between $600,001 and $100,001 and is managed by the City of Columbus’s Building & Zoning Services - Code Enforcement in Ohio. The solicitation was posted on July 3, 2024, with responses due by August 2, 2024. The study’s outcome will support strategic decisions regarding space utilization and potential relocations for the department’s operations, ensuring efficient use of existing and future facilities.