The December 1 OhioMBE Bid Board is live

OhioMBE Bid Board Preview
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A publication of The 912 Group
Ronda Watson Barber, Publisher
Connecting small and minority businesses to cash, contracts, and connections across Ohio. Review bid notices at OhioMBE.com.
Bid Opportunities

Columbus City Schools – Asphalt Repair & Replacements at Multiple Sites
Due: December 15, 2025
https://ohiombe.com/archives/25909

Franklin County – Home Delivered Meals for Seniors
Due: January 9, 2026
https://ohiombe.com/archives/25906

Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority – Canals Edge Renovations
Due: December 18, 2025
https://ohiombe.com/archives/25855

Upcoming Events

Visit OhioDiversityNetworks.com for more events statewide.

Small Business Orientation
🗓️ Dec 2, 5:00 PM – 7:15 PM
Online – Startup basics, resources, and planning.

Maximizing Profit & Performance in Construction
🗓️ Dec 3, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Online – Taught by Daniel Odion, P.E., PMP.
OHBDC.org

End-of-Year Tax Prep for Small Businesses
🗓️ Dec 10, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Online – Free event by Wanda Curry.
OHBDC.org

Strategic HR Planning
🗓️ Dec 10, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Online – OBDC Construction Academy.

Understanding ODOT’s New DBE Certification Rules
🗓️ Dec 16, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Online – Register at OHBDC.org

OhioMBE Procurement Fair

The final Procurement Fair of the year is Dec. 18 at the COED Center. Register at buytickets.at/the912group.

Confirmed Participants:

  • Columbus Zoo & Aquarium
  • Franklin County Purchasing
  • Upper Arlington City Schools
  • ODNR
  • Ruscelli Construction
  • Prometrics Construction

Why Attend: Direct meetings with buyers, project insight, networking, and access to Franklin County’s Resource Hub.

OBDC Construction Academy Library

The OBDC Construction Academy video library is now open! Watch recorded sessions on demand.

Topics Include:

  • Subcontractor Bidding
  • Coordinating Subcontractors
  • Change Orders
  • Cleaning & Quality Control
  • Prevailing Wage
  • Hauling & Logistics

Free for members. Small fee for public. Watch at OHBDC.org.

Publisher’s Notes

CCS Vendor Materials, Public Records, and the Question No One Can Answer
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CCS Can’t Talk Budget Cuts While Ignoring Basic Responsibilities
Read the full column

Classifieds

merry&Black is live!

Shop Black-centered holiday joy at merryandblackshop.com – greeting cards, candles, journals, and mugs that celebrate our stories all season long.

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Promote your business, event, or service in the OhioMBE Bid Board Classifieds.

For rates and deadlines, email rbarber@ohiombe.com.


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