Explanation
BACKGROUND
This ordinance authorizes the Director of Columbus Water and Power, Division of Water to enter into a service contract with Somersault General Contractors for fire hydrant painting services using all equipment and labor needed to perform the work according to the specifications and estimated quantities in an amount of up to $150,000.00. The City of Columbus will provide all pretreatment, primer and paint material needed for this project.
If unforeseen issues or difficulties are encountered that would require additional funding, a modification would be required.
PROCUREMENT:
Columbus Water and Power solicited competitive bids through the Vendor Services and Bonfire websites from August 31, 2026 to September 16, 2026 for fire hydrant painting services in accordance with the relevant provisions of Chapter 329 of City Code (RFQ033490). Eight (8) bids were received. All bids were deemed responsive and were evaluated on September 16, 2026. The committee recommended that Somersault General Contractors be awarded the contract. The committee determined their proposal was strong because it demonstrated a full understanding of the scope of work and met the requirements of the RFQ, and due to their strong project team with clear roles and responsibilities.
FISCAL IMPACT: $150,000.00 is budgeted and available within Columbus Water and Power, Division of Water 2026 Operating Fund Budget.
$65,325.00 has been spent so far in 2026
$99,970.00 was spent in 2025
Title
To authorize the Director of Columbus Water and Power to establish a contract with Somersault General Contractors for hydrant painting services; to authorize the expenditure of up to $150,000.00 from the Water Operating Fund. ($150,000.00)
Body
WHEREAS, Columbus Water and Power, Division of Water has a need for hydrant painting, the work for which consists of getting assignments from a Columbus Water and Power supervisor, taking pictures (before and after), cleaning hydrant of dirt, moss, and rust and then painting of hydrant, and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract in accordance with the plans and specifications. The proposed contract will be in effect through December 31, 2027; and
WHEREAS, Columbus Water and Power solicited competitive bids for these services in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 329 of City Code through RFQ033490; and
WHEREAS, eight (8) bids, were received, eight (8) were deemed responsive, and evaluated on September 16, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the evaluation committee determined that Somersault General Contractors submitted the lowest bid and provided a comprehensive understanding of the task and how to assist the City’s needs; and
WHEREAS, the contract was bid as a one (1) year contract and permitted two (2) additional renewal options contingent upon mutual agreement of the parties, availability of budgeted funds, approval of City Council, and certification of funds by the City Auditor; and
WHEREAS, it has become necessary in the usual daily operation of Columbus Water and Power, Division of Water in that it is necessary to authorize the Director of Columbus Water and Power to enter into a contract with Somersault General Contractors; NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
SECTION 1. That the Director of Columbus Water and Power be and is hereby authorized to enter into a contract with Somersault General Contractors for fire hydrant painting services.
SECTION 2. That this contract is in accordance with the relevant provisions of Chapter 329 of City Code.
SECTION 3. That the expenditure of $150,000.00, or as much thereof as may be needed, is hereby authorized in Fund 6000 (Water Operating); in Object Class 03 Services per the accounting codes in the attachment to this ordinance.
SECTION 4. That the funds necessary to carry out the purpose of this ordinance are hereby deemed appropriated and the City Auditor shall establish such accounting codes as necessary.
SECTION 5. That the City Auditor is authorized to make any accounting changes to revise the funding source for all contracts or contract modifications associated with this ordinance.
SECTION 6. That this ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after the earliest period allowed by law.