Ashland County Solicitation

Background

The contract is issued by Ashland County, which is responsible for the maintenance and improvement of local infrastructure. The goal of this contract is to prepare construction contract plans for a roundabout at the intersection of County Road 1356 (Main Street) and County Road 1153 (Baney Road). This project aims to enhance traffic safety at a location known for a high frequency of angle crashes.

Work Details

The services required under this contract include: preparation of construction contract plans for a single lane roundabout at the intersection of County Road 1356 (Main Street) with County Road 1153 (Baney Road). The project will cover approximately 900 feet on County Road 1356 and 700 feet on County Road 1153. Specific services include non-complex roadway design, complex right-of-way plan development, subsurface utility location services, geotechnical engineering services, environmental document preparation, ecological surveys, and regulated materials review. The estimated construction cost for this project is $2,340,400.

Period of Performance

The anticipated date of authorization for the selected consultant to proceed is July 1, 2026. The completion schedule requires that the roundabout plans be completed within 30 months from the date of authorization, while right-of-way plans must be completed within 11 months from the same date.

Place of Performance

The work will be performed in Ashland County, specifically at the intersection of County Road 1356 (Main Street) and County Road 1153 (Baney Road).

Bidder Requirements

Bidders must meet prequalification requirements set by ODOT for engineering and design-related services. Only individuals are prequalified for right-of-way acquisition services. Additionally, firms must not be included on the current Federal list of suspended or debarred firms.