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OH20260085 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Ohio • Lawrence
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Airport - Airfield Lighting Improvements
Solicitation: OSU-240504-2
Notice ID: 6eb16c81575fa9f4fb50fb0e972eed5b
Department • The Ohio State UniversityState • OHPosted • —Due • No due date postedBid range • $316,256 - $374,822
Contract snapshot
Federal opportunity from The Ohio State University. Place of performance: OH.
- Source
- Open on official portal →
- Solicitation
- OSU-240504-2
- Performance
- Columbus, OH
- Response
- No due date posted
Live POP
Place of performance
Columbus, OH
State: OH
Contracting office
Not listed
Point of Contact
Not available
Agency & Office
Department
The Ohio State University
Agency
Not available
Subagency
Not available
Office
Facilities Operations and Development
Contracting Office Address
Not available
Applicable wage determinations
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OH20260085 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Ohio • Lawrence
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Base $46.50Fringe $29.43
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OH20260096 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Ohio • Pickaway
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Base $35.23Fringe $23.04
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OH20260038 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Ohio • Darke
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Base $37.00Fringe $28.27
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Base $33.30Fringe $18.28
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Base $30.25Fringe $25.16
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OH20260079 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Ohio • Fulton
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Base $37.00Fringe $28.27
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Base $35.41Fringe $20.80
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Base $32.80Fringe $13.42
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Description
Airport - Airfield Lighting Improvements
Solicitation Number: OSU-240504-2
Type: General Contract
Plans: Key Companies - 195 East Livingston Ave - Columbus, Ohio 43215
614-228-3285
plankey@keycompanies.com
keycompanies.com
and
bidexpress.com
Pre-Bid Information: Date: Wednesday, April 22, 2:30 pm
Location:
The Ohio State University Airport Terminal, Room 235 - 2160 W Case Road - Columbus, Ohio 43235
Bid Information: UPDATED
Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2:00 pm
bidexpress.com
Source page: https://fod.osu.edu/bids
Advisory bid range
Pricing and bid posture
$316,256 - $374,822
Contractor-side estimate from visible notice metadata, NAICS/PSC, contract type, schedule hints, and BidPulsar workpaper assumptions. Not an IGCE, incumbent price, award value, or government budget.
Floor
$316,256
Target
$334,663
Premium
$374,822
Labor
$167,120
Direct
$15,500
Burden
$112,136
Fee + reserve
$39,442
Target $334,663Hybrid workpaper with explicit assumptions4 modeled rows
This advisory bid range is visible page text for contractors and search engines: it summarizes the modeled floor, target, and premium bid posture for this solicitation.
Market snapshot
Baseline awarded-market signal across all contracting (sample of 400 recent awards; refreshed periodically).
12-month awarded value
$3,516,281,615
Sector total $3,516,281,615 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$350,000
P10–P90
$32,459–$3,347,126
Volatility
Volatile200%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
A simple concentration signal, not a forecast.
100.0%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+100%($3,516,281,615)
Deal sizing
$350,000 median
Use as a pricing centerline.
Live signal is computed from awarded notices already observed in the system.
Signals shown are descriptive of observed awards; not a forecast.
Files
Files size/type shown when available.
BidPulsar Analysis
A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.
Updated: Apr 15, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
medium confidencegpt 4o mini
The Ohio State University is soliciting bids for airfield lighting improvements at their airport, with a pre-bid meeting scheduled for April 22 at 2:30 PM. The bid submission deadline is April 29 at 2:00 PM. Interested contractors can find additional information and submit bids via BidExpress.
airfield lightingairport improvementsOhio State Universitybid expressGeneral Contract
What the buyer is trying to do
The Ohio State University aims to improve the airfield lighting system at its airport, enhancing safety and operational efficiency.
Who should pursue this
- General contractors with experience in airport projects
- Electrical contractors specializing in lighting installations
- Companies with prior work with state universities
Work breakdown
- Conduct site assessment
- Design lighting layout
- Obtain necessary permits
- Install new lighting fixtures
- Testing and commissioning of the lighting system
Response package checklist
- Completed bid form
- Proof of experience in similar projects
- Cost estimate
- Subcontractor information
- Company qualifications
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Ensure compliance with local and federal aviation regulations
- Adhere to safety standards specific to airport operations
Pricing strategy
- Competitive pricing is critical due to potential budget constraints from The Ohio State University
- Consider bundled pricing for multiple services to attract more bids
Teaming and subs
- Consider teaming with local electrical subcontractors
- Seek partnerships with firms experienced in bid processes with The Ohio State University
Risks and watchouts
- Tight deadlines for bidding may result in incomplete proposals
- Potential for unexpected site conditions during installation
- Compliance with regulatory requirements may be stringent
Smart questions to ask
- What are the specific lighting improvement requirements?
- Are there any restrictions on work hours at the airport?
- What local permits are necessary for project execution?
Source coverage notes
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- No detailed project specifications available
- No anticipated budget listed for the project
- No information on previous contractors or awards for similar work
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