Pedestrian Safety Improvements FY26

This solicitation seeks contractors to perform a city‑wide pedestrian safety upgrade program in Ohio, covering sidewalk improvements, curb and ramp modifications, signage, pavement markings, utility adjustments, speed‑humps/tables, and related civil‑construction tasks. The work must be completed within 240 calendar days of the start notice and complies with City of Cincinnati specifications, ODOT standards, and prevailing‑wage rules. Bidders must meet minimum 10 % MBE and 10 % WBE participation, provide a 10 % bid bond and a 100 % performance bond, and submit all required certifications through the VSS portal. • Scope includes site preparation, demolition, earthwork, concrete/asphalt paving, curb/ramps, detectable warnings, utility conduit, traffic‑control devices, signage, pavement tattooing, and speed‑control devices. • Total estimated contract value is in the mid‑millions (approximately $3–$4 M) with a $300 k contingency and $16 k performance bond listed. • Mandatory compliance items: prevailing‑wage (Wage Determination # 57826004), extensive insurance coverage, DEI 147 form, and M/WBE subcontracting goals.