Explanation
Background:
This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to enter into contract with Ironsite, Inc. for the Gender Road Park Project. The contract amount is $2,200,672.20, with an alternate of $186,910.00 and a contingency of $240,000.00, for a total of $2,627,582.20. An additional $3,000.00 is being authorized for interdepartmental inspections and fees for a total of $2,630,582.20 being authorized by this ordinance.
This project will be for the construction of park improvements at Gender Road Park located in southeast Columbus, adjacent to the Pickerington Ponds Metro Park. The improvements will include a new playground, sports courts, and a new picnic area. There will also be a new disc golf course and improved traffic circulation. These amenities will create a new regional destination for southeast communities and beyond.
Vendor Bid/Proposal Submissions (Office of Diversity and Inclusion designation status):
Bids were advertised through Vendor Services, in accordance with City Code Section 329, on February 11, 2025 and received by the Recreation and Parks Department on March 11, 2025. Bids were received from the following companies:
Ironsite, Inc. (MAJ): $2,200,672.20
Builderscape, Inc. (MAJ): $2,246,773.00
After reviewing the bids that were submitted, it was determined that Ironsite, Inc. was the lowest and most responsive bidder. Ironsite, Inc. and all proposed subcontractors have met code requirements with respect to prequalification, pursuant to relevant sections of Columbus City Code Chapter 329.
As part of their bid, Ironsite, Inc. has proposed the following vendors to fulfill the Office of Diversity and Inclusion project goal:
CAP Stone (WBE)
Certification of the MBE’s and WBE’s being proposed are in good standing at the time the bid is being awarded.
Principal Parties:
Ironsite, Inc.
72 Holmes Street
Galena, Ohio 43201
Chris Allen, (740) 965-46...
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