Barricading Empty Buildings - Residential

The City of Cincinnati seeks a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive barricading services for vacant residential properties throughout the city. The work includes installing physical barriers (windows, doors, openings), supplying and erecting permanent and temporary chain‑link fencing, responding to emergency call‑outs within two hours, and maintaining a 24‑hour non‑emergency response capability. The contract is a single‑award, total‑bid solicitation with a 12‑month term and an estimated value of $428,000, requiring compliance with prevailing‑wage rules, performance bonding, insurance, and M/WBE participation goals. • Provide barricade installation (Method #1 or #2) for windows, doors, and openings, using specified materials (¾‑in. CDX plywood, 2×4 studs, carriage bolts, etc.). • Install and maintain permanent 4‑ft and 6‑ft chain‑link fencing, gates, and temporary fence panels as required. • Respond to emergency requests within 2 hours and non‑emergency requests within 24 hours, supplying all labor, equipment, and materials. • Meet extensive administrative requirements: bid bond (10 % of bid), performance bond ($428,000), insurance, prevailing‑wage certifications, and MBE/WBE subcontracting goals (3 % MBE, 6 % WBE).