PORTSMOUTH, Ohio — Scioto County commissioners are seeking bids for a partial roof repair and resurfacing project at the Scioto County Jail, according to a notice to bidders posted by the Board of Scioto County Commissioners.
A mandatory walkthrough for prospective bidders is scheduled for 1 p.m. Nov. 20 at the jail, 1025 16th St. in Portsmouth, the notice said. The project, requested on behalf of the Scioto County Sheriff’s Office, includes removal and disposal of existing equipment, installation of new materials, and training where applicable, and must meet industry standards required for a correctional facility.
Sealed bids will be received by the clerk of the Board of Scioto County Commissioners in Room 310 of the Scioto County Courthouse, 602 7th St., until 10 a.m. Dec. 3, when they will be publicly opened and read immediately afterward, according to the notice.
Each bid must be accompanied by a bid guaranty and contract bond equal to the amount of the bid, as required under Section 153.571 of the Ohio Revised Code, the notice said. Successful bidders must also provide a power of attorney from their bonding agent, a certificate from the Ohio Department of Insurance authorizing the surety company to do business in the state, and a current financial statement from the surety company.
Bids must be sealed and addressed to the clerk, Board of Scioto County Commissioners, at the courthouse address, with envelopes marked “Bid for partial roof repair/resurfacing project for the Scioto County Jail,” the notice said. The board reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
The notice was signed by Amanda Howard, clerk of the Board of Scioto County Commissioners, and is set to run in two advertisements, Nov. 12 and Nov. 19.
The information contained in this story was obtained from the Board of Scioto County Commissioners.
