Ohio North & South Job Ordering Contract (JOC) Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The United States Postal Service (USPS) is soliciting proposals for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Job Ordering Contract (JOC) for construction projects across Ohio North & South. This agreement will facilitate a series of individual projects at various Postal Service facilities, utilizing Gordian's Construction Task Catalog® (CTC) and requiring contractors to propose Adjustment Factors. Proposals are due May 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
This JOC involves performing individual construction projects at USPS facilities. The contract incorporates Gordian's CTC, which provides unit prices based on local labor, material, and equipment. Technical Specifications define quality standards. Contractors will propose Adjustment Factors to be applied to CTC unit prices. The process for each project includes:
- Joint Scope Meetings to define work.
- USPS issuing a Detailed Scope of Work and Request for Proposal (RFP).
- Contractors preparing a Price Proposal Package, including a Price Proposal based on CTC unit prices, quantities, and Adjustment Factors, along with a schedule.
- USPS review and potential requests for changes.
- Issuance of a firm fixed-price work order upon acceptance. USPS has partnered with Gordian, Inc. for program management, including CTC preparation, technical specifications, information systems, training, and proposal assistance.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Job Ordering Contract (JOC)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Place of Performance: Ohio North & South (e.g., Akron, OH)
- Response Due: May 8, 2026, 7:00 PM UTC
- Published: April 7, 2026
How to Participate
All proposals must be submitted online via the USPS eSourcing portal Coupa. Potential bidders must register or ensure their company is registered in Coupa.
- Registration: Refer to the attached "COUPA Supplier Registration Quick Reference Guide.pdf" and "Coupa Supplier Registration Form.docx" for detailed instructions. The registration form requires company name, DUNS #, and primary contact information, to be submitted to eSourcing@usps.gov.
- Invitation to Bid: Once registered, contact Jennifer Santiago at Jennifer.Santiago@usps.gov or (860) 285-7138 to request an invitation to bid.
- Submission: Bidders must "accept" the invitation in Coupa to place a bid. Required documentation can be attached after submitting the total dollar amount.
- Important Note: The closing time will not be extended due to operator inability within Coupa.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Jennifer Santiago
- Email: Jennifer.Santiago@usps.gov
- Phone: 860-471-0138