How to bid on Telegraph Road resurfacing for the City of Toledo

What Toledo is buying

The City of Toledo is seeking an ODOT pre-qualified contractor to resurface 1.04 miles of Telegraph Road and 0.32 miles of Alexis Road. The project also includes 10-foot multi-use paths, updated roadway signals, and new pavement markings.

This is an invitation for bids for a construction project. Contractors with relevant roadwork and path construction experience may find it a fit.

Key date and deadline

The solicitation was published October 23, 2026. Bids are due November 17, 2026, at 1:30 PM ET.

Submit electronically through PlanetBids before the deadline. A submission is not complete until PlanetBids sends an email confirmation. If you use a check for the bid guaranty, the City must receive it by the deadline as well.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is for an ODOT pre-qualified contractor working in roadway construction. Firms should be prepared to handle resurfacing, multi-use path work, traffic signals, and pavement markings.

How to access and submit a bid

Open the City of Toledo listing on PlanetBids. The portal may ask you to confirm you are human. Register a free vendor account with the City to download documents, receive addenda, and submit an electronic bid.

Use the Documents tab for the required paperwork and the Line Items tab for pricing. Submit the City Paperwork Packet and annual forms if required, plus the project-specific paperwork, signed contract, tax exemption certificate, bid guaranty, and line items. Enter one price per line item to two decimal places.

Upload a bid bond or an image of an eligible cashier’s or official check. Company and personal checks are not accepted. If using a check, make it payable to City of Toledo and deliver it to the Division of Purchases and Supplies by the deadline. Confirm that PlanetBids emails a transmission receipt.

Prepare a complete, competitive response

Review the solicitation documents and addenda in PlanetBids before pricing. Check that your firm meets the ODOT pre-qualification requirement and that required City paperwork is current.

Build your price around the listed roadway segments and the path, signal, and striping work. Check every line item for a single price with two decimal places, and verify that your bid guaranty matches the instructions on the Bid Information tab.

Leave time to upload the complete bid and any required check delivery. After submission, look for the PlanetBids confirmation email and keep a copy with your bid records.