Explanation
Background: This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to enter into contract with CAP-STONE & Associates, Inc. for the Lincoln Park Lighting, Court, and Path Addition Project. The contract amount is $847,513.50, with a contingency of $50,000.00, for a total of $897,513.50. An additional $2,500.00 is being authorized for interdepartmental inspections and fees for a total of $900,013.50 being authorized by this ordinance.
Lincoln Park is located at 580 East Woodrow Avenue and is a 16-acre site in the Far South Community offering a variety of recreational activities for community members to enjoy. This project will expand the shared use walking loop by an additional quarter of a mile in the northeast portion of the park. In addition, security lighting will be added around Lincoln Pool and the walking path. This contract will also include the installation of a 60-foot x 120-foot mini-pitch system for field sports and drainage improvements around the north side of Barack Community Center.
Vendor Bid/Proposal Submissions:
Bids were advertised through Vendor Services, in accordance with City Code Section 329, on April 7, 2026 and received by the Recreation and Parks Department on April 28, 2026. Bids were received from the following companies:
CAP-STONE & Associates: $847,513.50
Pummell Construction: $1,013,976.67
2K General: $1,046,652.00
Strawser Paving Company: $1,118,175.11
After reviewing the bids that were submitted, it was determined that CAP-STONE & Associates, Inc. was the lowest and most responsive bidder. CAP-STONE & Associates, Inc. and all proposed subcontractors have met code requirements with respect to prequalification, pursuant to relevant sections of Columbus City Code Chapter 329.
Principal Parties:
CAP-STONE & Associates, Inc.
5715 Westbourne Avenue
Columbus, Ohio 43213
Mary Sharrett, (614) 759-9800
Contract Compliance Number: 004933
Contract Com...
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