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OH20260048 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Ohio • Mercer
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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
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OH20260048 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Ohio • Mercer
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OH20260098 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Ohio • Preble
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Base $35.23Fringe $23.04
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Base $32.24Fringe $18.65
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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
$3,508,452,282
Sector total $3,508,452,282 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$350,000
P10–P90
$32,556–$3,256,200
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%($3,508,452,282)
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 24, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
medium confidencegpt 4o mini
The Ohio State University is soliciting bids for the chiller replacement project at Ackerman Rd, 660, with solicitation number OSU-265050. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for May 27, 2023, at 10:00 AM, and bids are due on June 9, 2023, at 2:00 PM. This is a general contracting opportunity, and interested bidders can access plans via bidexpress.com.
Chiller ReplacementHVAC SystemsGeneral ContractingOhio State UniversityBid Express
What the buyer is trying to do
The buyer is looking to replace the existing chiller system at Ackerman Rd, 660, to improve efficiency and reliability in HVAC performance.
Who should pursue this
- General Contractors with HVAC experience
- Companies with past performance on similar chiller replacement projects
- Contractors based in Ohio or those familiar with local regulations
Work breakdown
- Site Assessment and Preparation
- Chiller System Specification and Sourcing
- Installation of New Chiller System
- Testing and Commissioning of New System
Response package checklist
- Completed Bid Form
- Proof of Licenses and Certifications
- References from Previous Projects
- Insurance Documentation
- Schedule and Timeline
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Ensure all work meets Ohio state regulations
- Adhere to safety standards during installation
Pricing strategy
- Consider competitive pricing while ensuring margins are maintained
- Account for potential contingencies in project execution
Teaming and subs
- HVAC specialists for hands-on installation
- Electrical contractors for any wiring alterations required
- Local suppliers for sourcing chiller system components
Risks and watchouts
- Potential delays in chiller delivery impacting installation timeline
- Weather conditions affecting outdoor work schedule
- Compliance with university regulations and safety standards
Smart questions to ask
- What specific chiller models are being considered?
- Are there any existing issues with the current HVAC system that need addressing during the replacement?
- Is there an expected timeline for project completion?
Source coverage notes
Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.
- Confirmed dates for pre-bid and bid submission
- Specific requirements for the chiller system
- Budget range for the project
- Details on existing system issues
- Site access and logistical considerations
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