Description
The State of Ohio, Department of Transportation (ODOT) is seeking a consultant to assist with developing and administering its Supportive Services Program. The program is intended to provide technical assistance, training, and business development support for participating small businesses in the heavy highway transportation industry. The selected vendor will be responsible for delivering the elements of the Support Services Program, including capability and capacity assessment, bid matching services, technical assistance, and business development services. The vendor must have a team of consultants with experience in heavy highway construction and engineering/design business development.
• The scope of work includes developing a capability and capacity assessment tool, providing technical assistance and business development services, and determining which consulting services to offer to small businesses.
• The vendor must have experience in areas such as estimating, bidding, bonding/finance, accounting, marketing, and website development.
• The vendor must provide a detailed flow chart describing business development and technical assistance, an explanation of services provided, and a timeline for execution and implementation.
• The vendor must also provide a staffing plan, resumes, and references.
• The contract will be for a period of approximately 1 year, from the time of contract execution through December 31, 2026.