
Contracting
The Facilities Contracting Office (FCO) assists Physical Facilities with its construction activities. FCO does the following for projects subject to Ohio Revised Code Chapter 153:
- Issues requests for qualifications (RFQ) for design professionals. This includes criteria architects and the services of Construction Managers and Design Builders
- Posts project bidding documents for general contracting and multi-prime projects online. This includes specifications, drawings and other project information/requirements.
- Conducts pre-bid meetings and public bid openings.
- Provides contract administration including: maintaining prevailing wage documentation; payment application and change order processing; issuing 72-hour letters; EDGE documentation and reporting; and addressing lien claims.