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OH20260085 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Ohio • Lawrence
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Ackerman Rd, 660 - Chiller Replacement
Solicitation: OSU-265050
Notice ID: 607e0e55d2a000c95d65a56b4a486317
Department • The Ohio State UniversityState • OHPosted • —Due • No due date postedBid range • $432,739 - $512,876
Contract snapshot
Federal opportunity from The Ohio State University. Place of performance: OH.
- Source
- Open on official portal →
- Solicitation
- OSU-265050
- 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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Description
Ackerman Rd, 660 - Chiller Replacement
Solicitation Number: OSU-265050
Type: General Contract
Plans: bidexpress.com
Pre-Bid Information: Date: Wednesday, May 27, 10:00 am
Location:
660 Ackerman Rd - Columbus, OH 43202
Bid Information: Date: Tuesday, June 9, 2:00 pm
bidexpress.com
Source page: https://fod.osu.edu/bids
Advisory bid range
Pricing and bid posture
$432,739 - $512,876
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
$432,739
Target
$457,925
Premium
$512,876
Labor
$132,040
Direct
$157,000
Burden
$104,117
Fee + reserve
$53,969
Target $457,925Hybrid 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
$3,515,334,796
Sector total $3,515,334,796 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$350,000
P10–P90
$32,216–$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%($3,515,334,796)
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: May 25, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
medium confidencegpt 4o mini
The Ohio State University has issued a solicitation (OSU-265050) for a chiller replacement project at 660 Ackerman Rd, Columbus, OH. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for May 27 at 10:00 AM, with bids due on June 9 at 2:00 PM. Interested bidders can access project plans and further details through bidexpress.com.
Chiller replacementHVACGeneral contractingOhio State UniversityBid express
What the buyer is trying to do
The Ohio State University aims to replace the chiller system at the specified location to improve operational efficiency and reliability.
Who should pursue this
- General contractors with experience in HVAC systems
- Companies familiar with university projects and compliance requirements
- Local contractors based in Ohio
Work breakdown
- Review project plans and specifications from bidexpress.com
- Attend the pre-bid meeting on May 27
- Prepare and submit the bid by June 9
Response package checklist
- Completed bid proposal form
- Cost estimate for the chiller replacement
- Evidence of relevant experience in similar projects
- Proof of insurance and bonding capacity
- Compliance with university contracting requirements
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Must adhere to all local construction codes
- Must be compliant with university standards
- Potential minority participation requirements may apply
Pricing strategy
- Consider competitive pricing aligned with previous similar contracts
- Flexibility in pricing based on the pre-bid meeting insights
- Ensure clear breakdown of costs for transparency
Teaming and subs
- Partnerships with local HVAC specialists
- Subcontracting opportunities for electrical and plumbing work
- Involvement of sustainability consultants if required
Risks and watchouts
- Tight timeline for bid submission may limit thorough preparation
- Potential for unexpected site conditions during installation
- Compliance with university operational hours during project execution
Smart questions to ask
- What are the specific operational constraints at the site?
- Are there any preferred vendor lists or requirements for materials?
- What is the process for handling change orders if they arise?
Source coverage notes
Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.
- Detailed specifications for the chiller
- Exact pricing parameters or budget range
- Information on site access and restrictions
- Contact details for the buyer or project manager
- Clarification on necessary certifications or licenses
- Expected duration of project after award
- Information on warranties or maintenance expectations
- Details on previous contractors used by the university
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