Explanation
1. BACKGROUND
This ordinance authorizes the Director of Public Service to enter into contract with Strawser Paving Co., Inc. for the Resurfacing - 2026 Parking Lot Resurfacing project and to provide payment for construction, construction administration and inspection services.
This contract includes the resurfacing of two, city-owned surface parking lots within the Division of Mobility and Parking Services (DMPS) portfolio. Work shall be coordinated with DMPS to minimize disruption to ongoing lot operations and tenant/public access. Work will include milling and/or removal of the existing asphalt surface as needed, repair of subgrade and base course deficiencies, and installation of new asphalt pavement. The scope also includes restriping of all parking stalls, drive aisles, ADA-accessible spaces, and directional markings in accordance with current City and ADA standards, as well as replacement or reinstallation of any wheel stops, signage, and bollards disturbed by the work. The contractor shall be responsible for site preparation, erosion and sediment control, traffic control and pedestrian safety measures during construction, final cleanup of the sites, and other work as may be necessary to complete the contract in accordance with the plans and specifications set forth in the Bid Submittal Documents.
The estimated Notice to Proceed date is October 29, 2026. The project was let by the Office of Support Services through Vendor Services and Bid Express. Two bids were received on September 17, 2026, (both majority) and tabulated as follows:
Company Name Bid Amount City/State Majority/ODI Certification
Strawser Paving Co., Inc. $200,454.50 Columbus, Ohio Majority
Decker Construction Company $237,191.79 Columbus, Ohio Majority
Award is to be made to Strawser Paving Co., Inc. as the lowest responsive and responsible and best bidder for their bid of $200,454...
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