General Carpentry Services

The Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority (RTA) is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for General Carpentry Services to be performed on an as‑needed basis at its various transit facilities throughout Dayton, Ohio. The contract is a time‑and‑materials, fixed‑rate labor agreement with reimbursable material costs plus a per‑square‑foot fee. The initial term is three (3) years with two optional one‑year extensions, for a maximum of five (5) years. Bidders must submit electronic bids via OpenGov by 10:00 am EST on November 3, 2026 and attend a pre‑bid conference on September 30, 2026 (optional). The award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Key requirements include prevailing‑wage compliance, DBE participation (goal 0 %), bid and performance bonds (10 % guarantee, 100 % performance bond), and adherence to federal, state, and local safety and construction regulations. • Scope: commercial carpentry, framing, drywall, ceiling tile, doors/hardware, trim, cabinets, and related finish work in occupied transit facilities. • Contract type: Time‑and‑materials with fixed labor rates; material reimbursement plus fixed fee per‑sq ft (fee increases 3 % annually). • Duration: 3‑year base term, up to 5 years with options. • Value: Engineer’s estimate $1.64 M (used for budgeting). • Submission: electronic only via OpenGov; 10 % bid guarantee; performance bond required. • Pre‑bid conference: September 30, 2026, 10 am, Dayton, OH (optional). • Questions deadline: October 20, 2026. • Award: lowest responsive and responsible bidder; award notice within 60 days of bid opening.