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EMERGENCY Police Entry Level test

Niles Civil Service Commission

NOTICE

  The Niles Civil Service Commission will be conducting an ORAL ASSESSMENT BOARD EXAMINATION for the position of ENTRY LEVEL POLICE OFFICER with the Niles Police Department on Wednesday December 3, 2025 , in the Roll Call Room at the Safety Service Complex, 15 East State St. Niles, OH. Time slots will be assigned starting at 4:00 PM after applications are received.

Applicants must be 21 years of age. Applications may be obtained beginning November 10 on the City’s

 website at  www.thecityofniles.com . The application must be completed and a Copy of Driver’s License,

any Military, College Degree, OPOTA, or Work Experience Papers must be attached to the application and

               then submitted. Applications, all paperwork,  and copy of driver’s License must be returned no later than

 3:00 PM Thursday, November 20, 2025, to be eligible to take the test.

 

BONUS POINTS: Subject to a maximum bonus point award of 20% to any applicant who has obtained a passing score on the examination, Bonus Points may be awarded as follows: (a) Military Credit: Only those applicants who have been members of the Armed Forces of the United States and who have been honorably discharged from the uniform services and completed more than one hundred eighty days of active duty service therefrom  or transferred to the Reserves with evidence of satisfactory service may be eligible to receive an additional 20% of his/her examination grade provided a passing score is obtained.  Those applicants who are members of the Ohio National Guard shall not receive credit unless they have been utilized in a military capacity due to Federal activation and recognition.  Issuance of military credit will be contingent on the applicant submitting proof of such satisfactory service and/or honorable discharge.  This proof shall be certified by submitting a copy of Form DD-214 Member 4 Form and/or DD-256 with the examination application.  PROOF OF SATISFACTORY SERVICE OR HONORABLE DISCHARGE MUST BE SUBMITTED AT THE TIME THE APPLICATION IS FILED; (b) Educational Bonus: Bonus points in the amount of 10% for a bachelor’s degree or 5% for an associate degree from a college, university, junior or community college or other similar institution accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools will be given to applicants who obtain a passing score on the examination. The degree must be in a criminal justice related field. If an applicant has more than one such degree, only one bonus will be awarded for the highest degree obtained. A  COPY OF THE ACCREDITED INSTITUTION’S TRANSCRIPT AND / Or A copy of the Degree MUST BE SUBMITTED AT THE TIME THE APPLICATION IS FILED IN ORDER TO OBTAIN THE BONUS POINTS; (c) OPOTA Certification Bonus:  Bonus points in the amount of 5% will be given to applicants who obtain a passing score on the examination.  PROOF OF THE CERTIFICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED AT THE TIME THE APPLICATION IS FILED.  (d) Work Experience Bonus: Bonus points in the amount of 1% per year of full-time service as a full-time police officer (maximum-10%) will be given to applicants who obtain a passing score on the examination. “Year of full-time service” shall be determined by proof that the applicant was employed 2,080 hours in a calendar year by a political subdivision. PROOF OF THE FULL TIME SERVICE MUST BE SUBMITTED AT THE TIME THE APPLICATION IS FILED.

Upon passage of the Oral Assessment portion of the exam all candidates must successfully submit an agility certificate (on the City of Niles website) from Cuyahoga Community College or Youngstown State University within 40 days of the written exam date. The agility requirement shall be waived for candidates with a Cuyahoga Community College Agility Certificate,  a Youngstown State University Agility Certificate and for OPOTA certificate holders or police academy graduates. You can contact Mr. Edward Villone, the Police Academy Commander at Youngstown State University at 330-941-7255 or Tri-C at 216-987-5429.

 

All applicants must provide a valid driver’s license the day of the examination.  Applicants considered for employment will be required to comply with additional hiring policies of the City of Niles.   

To be published Monday, November 3, 2025  and Monday, November 10, 2025.

Mike Dibble City News

Service Line Warranty Program

Service Line Warranty Program

Exterior Water Service Line Coverage:
A leaking or broken exterior water service line can be expensive to replace. Many homeowners aren't aware that they own their water service line and will have to pay for any repairs. The exterior water service line - from the City's watermain to the internal plumbing inside your home - is your responsibility.
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Exterior Sanitary Sewer Line Coverage:
Exterior Sewer Line Coverage protects you from the expense of a covered repair or replacement of your exterior sewer line from the external wall of your home up to the City's sewer main, up to the benefit amount ($8,500).
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Interior Plumbing and Drainage Coverage:
Plumbing repair or replacement inside the home, for which customers have sole responsibility that is damaged due to normal wear and tear. Blocked or leaking interior water supply or drainage system pipes that carry fresh or drinkable water and wastewater, up to the benefit amount ($3,000).
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Water Heater Coverage:
Covers in-home water heater repair or replacement. An unexpected water heater breakdown can disrupt your daily routine.
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Service Line Warranties of America (SLWA) by HomeServe, is offering a program in the City of Niles that can help protect customers from the unexpected expense and inconvenience of emergency repairs to the systems in their homes. Many times, homeowners are unaware of their responsibility for the repairs to these systems in and around their home. That’s why SLWA offers optional and affordable programs that can help provide peace of mind.

The program is OPT-IN and residents can choose between any of the following warranty plans:

To learn more or ask questions about the program:

SWLA Website: www.slwofa.com

SWLA Phone Number: 1-844-257-8795

HOW IT WORKS:

  • Contact SLWA 24/7 If you have a problem, a repair hotline representative is available to take your call 24/7 to help schedule an appointment.

NLWA SENDS A TECHNICIAN:

  • When you need to make a claim. SLWA will send a local licensed technician right to your doorstep to handle all your covered repairs.

GET THUMBS UP SERVICE:

  • SLWA’s local, licensed and insured professionals deliver quality service to its customers. The result is a big thumbs up for the repair work.

This program is backed by the National League of Cities and is supported by the City of Niles. The City of Niles encourages all residents to explore the program options.

SLWA Brochure 2025 – WSL, SSL, IPD
Mike Dibble Public Bids

RFP – Sodium Hypochlorite, Sodium Bisulfite, & Alum for the City of Niles Wastewater Treatment Facility

Advertisement for tender of bids for Sodium Hypochlorite, Sodium Bisulfite, & Alum for the City of Niles Wastewater Treatment Facility.

Sealed proposals will be received by the City of Niles Auditor’s Office, in the City Hall, 34 West State Street, Ohio, until 10:00 a.m. on April 30, 2025, for the following project:

SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE, SODIUM BISULFITE, & ALUM FOR THE CITY OF NILES WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY

Envelopes should be plainly marked “Bids for Sodium Hypochlorite, Sodium Bisulfite, & Alum for the City of Niles Wastewater Treatment Facility”

Each proposal shall contain the full name and address of every person, firm, or corporation interested in the same, and if a corporation, the name and address of the president and secretary, and shall comply with the ORC, including 735.06 and bid and performance sureties if applicable. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

For specs and bidding instructions contact Michael Nicastro at 330-544-9000 ext. 1603

Submittals shall be mailed in a sealed envelope and received no later than 10:00 a.m.  on April 30, 2025, to:

Attention: City Auditor

34 West State Street

Niles, Ohio 44446

Apr. 2, 9, 2025

Download – WWTP Chemicals Spec Sheet WWTP Chemicals Spec Sheet
Mike Dibble Public Bids

RFP – Polymer for Sludge for the City of Niles Wastewater Treatment Facility

Advertisement for tender of bids for Polymer for Sludge for the City of Niles Wastewater Treatment Facility.

Sealed proposals will be received by the City of Niles Auditor’s Office, in the City Hall, 34 West State Street, Ohio, until 10:00 a.m. on April 30, 2025, for the following project:

POLYMER FOR SLUDGE FOR THE CITY OF NILES WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY

Envelopes should be plainly marked “Bids for Polymer for Sludge for the City of Niles Wastewater Treatment Facility”

Each proposal shall contain the full name and address of every person, firm, or corporation interested in the same, and if a corporation, the name and address of the president and secretary, and shall comply with the ORC, including 735.06 and bid and performance sureties if applicable. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

For specs and bidding instructions contact Michael Nicastro at 330-544-9000 ext. 1603

Submittals shall be mailed in a sealed envelope and received no later than 10:00 a.m.  on April 30, 2025, to:

Attention: City Auditor

34 West State Street

Niles, Ohio 44446

2t: Apr 2, 9, 2025

Download – WWTP Polymer Spec Sheet WWTP Polymer Spec Sheet
Mike Dibble City News

RFP – Sludge Hauling and Disposal for the City of Niles Wastewater Treatment Facility

  Advertisement for tender of bids for Sludge Hauling and Disposal for the City of Niles Wastewater Treatment Facility.

  Sealed proposals will be received by the City of Niles Auditor’s Office, in the City Hall, 34 West State Street, Ohio, until 10:00 a.m. on April 30, 2025, for the following project:

  SLUDGE HAULING AND DISPOSAL FOR THE CITY OF NILES WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY

Envelopes should be plainly marked “Bids for Sludge Hauling and Disposal for the City of Niles Wastewater Treatment Facility”

Each proposal shall contain the full name and address of every person, firm, or corporation interested in the same, and if a corporation, the name and address of the president and secretary, and shall comply with the ORC, including 735.06 and bid and performance sureties if applicable. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

For specs and bidding instructions contact Michael Nicastro at 330-544-9000 ext. 1603

Submittals shall be mailed in a sealed envelope and received no later than 10:00 a.m.  on April 30, 2025, to:

Attention: City Auditor

34 West State Street

Niles, Ohio 44446

2t: Apr 2, 9, 2025

Download – Sludge Hauling Spec Sheet WWTP Sludge Hauling Spec Sheet
Mike Dibble Press Release, Public Bids

RFP – Line Trucks Garage Door 4-12-25

Request for Bid Proposal

City of Niles Light Department Ware Room Garage Door Replacements

The City of Niles seeks proposals from contractors with experience removing and installing new industry grade garage doors for a Ware Room where the Light Department’s Line Trucks are housed. This work will require removing the current four (4) doors, proper adjustments to framing, and the installation of four (4) new doors at the Ware Room located at the City’s Main Governmental building at 34 West State St. Niles, Ohio 44446.

RFP Issuance: April 12, 2025

Deadline for Response: April 30, 2025 at 10:15 a.m.

Questions regarding the RFP should be directed to Dave Liste, Light Department Superintendent.

Project Description:

The City of Niles, owner of the building and ware room located at 34 West State St. Niles, OH 44446, seeks a qualified contractor to remove and install new industry grade garage doors for a Ware Room where the Light Department’s Line Trucks are housed. The project must follow all construction project requirements outlined by the State of Ohio.                         

All improvements must meet standards of accessibility as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act and the 2017 – ICC A117.1, and the final product must be attractive to the public and completely functional for the Light Department and Line Trucks.

 

Scope of Work:

The contractor, working with plans approved by the Light Department Superintendent, will remove the current four (4) garage doors and install four (4) new garage doors following the State of Ohio requirements and the 2024 Ohio Building Code.

The activities will include:

  • 1 – First Door
    • 22’-0” X 14’-0” 7S-6P CHT-716B
    • V-Groove 1.75 BROWN
    • 50K Torsion 15” STD 3 CSRA STEEL
    • Section 3 – ALL
    • ½” Ins Temp 25 X 12
    • Lite Openings 5.1% of Door, Tested & Verified U-Factor 0.103
    • 1” 2-Piece Ext. Solid
    • Slide Lock
    • 10-Ball Steel
    • DES
    • 7-2×3 E Strut
    • TH SEAL
    • PREC BRGS
    • 11 GA Hinges
    • HFO Foam

 

  • 1 – Second Door
    • 22’-0” X 15’-0” 8S-6P CHT-716B
    • V-Groove 1.75 BROWN
    • 50K Torsion 15” STD 3 CSRA STEEL
    • Section 3 – ALL
    • ½” Ins Temp 25 X 12
    • Lite Openings 4.7% of Door, Tested & Verified U-Factor 0.103
    • 1” 2-Piece Ext. Solid
    • Slide Lock
    • 10-Ball Steel
    • DES
    • 8-2×3 E Strut
    • TH SEAL
    • PREC BRGS
    • 11 GA Hinges
    • HFO Foam

 

  • 1 – Third Door
    • 22’-0” X 16’-0” 8S-6P CHT-716B
    • V-Groove 1.75 BROWN
    • 50K Torsion 15” STD 3 CSRA STEEL
    • Section 3 – ALL
    • ½” Ins Temp 25 X 12
    • Lite Openings 4.4% of Door, Tested & Verified U-Factor 0.103
    • 1” 2-Piece Ext. Solid
    • Slide Lock
    • 10-Ball Steel
    • DES
    • 8-2×3 E Strut
    • TH SEAL
    • PREC BRGS
    • 11 GA Hinges
    • HFO Foam

 

  • 1 – Fourth Door
    • 22’-0” X 17’-0” 9S-6P CHT-716B
    • 22’-0” X 1.75 BROWN
    • 50K Torsion 15” STD 3 CSRA STEEL
    • Section 3 – ALL
    • ½” Ins Temp 25 X 12
    • Lite Opening 4.2% of Door, Tested & Verified U-Factor 0.103
    • 1” 2-Piece Ext. Solid
    • Slide Lock
    • 10-Ball Steel
    • DES
    • 9-2×3 E Strut
    • TH SEAL
    • PREC BRGS
    • 11 GA Hinges
    • HFO Foam

 

  • 4 – LiftMaster Maximum
    • 2200LB Capacity
    • DC Drive
    • 1HP Commercial Operator with Battery Back-Up Pack
    • 1PH/208V Transformer Kit
    • O/C/S Wall Station

 

  • 4 – LC – 36M 36” Tall Light Curtain Monitored (Primary)

 

  • 8 – Remote 4-Button, LiftMaster 894LT (Security+) *7113

 

  • Remove Old Doors

 

  • Haul Away Old Doors

 

  • 2x6x10 SPF To Face Frame Openings for Adjustment to Track if Hit (All Doors)

 

 

 

 

 

Job Familiarization:

Contractor is urged to make itself fully aware of all job and facility requirements. Contractor shall be responsible to question any discrepancies, errors, and/or omissions in the specification and totally familiarize itself with the full intent of this invitation for proposal. Failure to do so will not relieve Contractor of the responsibility to perform to the full scope and quality of work expected by the City of Niles.

Submissions should include:

  • A brief overview of company, length of time in business, and location of offices, including contact person for this RFP;
  • Federal and state taxpayer identification numbers of the company;
  • Description of company’s experience in rehabilitating outdoor sport courts (preferably tennis or pickleball courts);
  • Details about which personnel, including any subcontractors, will be assigned to this project;
  • Include names and contact information for three references;
  • Briefly state your understanding of the services to be performed and commitment to provide the services as specified;
  • Describe timeline for project, including specifics about various components and time expected for completion detailed by milestones in a construction schedule;
  • Not-to-Exceed cost proposal, including all personnel and materials associated with this project;
  • The letter must be signed by a corporate officer or other individual who is legally authorized to bind the applicant to both its proposal and cost schedule;
  • Statement which indicates “proposal and cost schedule shall be valid and binding for ninety (90) days following proposal due date and will become part of the contract with the City of Niles.”
  • All activities and specifications outlined above exactly as they are (where an alternate activity is proposed that should be listed) and costs associated with each item should be listed.

Evaluation and Selection Criteria:

All proposals become the property of the City of Niles. The City of Niles has the discretion to evaluate the qualitative as well as the financial aspects of each proposal and make its selection based on what it considers to be in its best interest as a whole. The award and selection of the Vendor is solely within the discretion of the City of Niles. After the contract award has been announced, no unsuccessful Vendor should submit additional information for the City of Niles for consideration or have any subsequent contact with the City of Niles Staff, other than to receive a debrief from the Light Department Superintendent. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

Submission Process:

Sealed proposals will be received by the City of Niles Auditor’s Office, in the City Hall, 34 West State Street, Ohio, until 10:15 a.m. on April 30, 2025, for the following project:

Light Department Garage Door Replacement Project

Envelopes should be plainly marked “Bids for Light Department Garage Door Replacement”

Each proposal shall contain the full name and address of every person, firm, or corporation interested in the same, and if a corporation, the name and address of the president and secretary, and shall comply with the ORC, including 735.06 and bid and performance sureties if applicable. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

For specs and bidding instructions contact Dave Liste at 330-544-9000 ext 1162

Submittals shall be mailed in a sealed envelope and received no later than 10:15 a.m.  on April 30, 2025, to:

City of Niles

Attention: City Auditor

34 West State Street

Niles, Ohio 44446

 

 

Mike Dibble City News, Public Bids

RFP – Stevens Park Tennis & Pickleball Court Rehab

Request for Bid Proposal

Steven’s Park Tennis & Pickleball Court Rehab

The City of Niles seeks proposals from contractors with experience in the rehabilitation of outdoor recreational courts, specifically tennis and/or pickleball courts. This work will require milling an existing court, installing new asphalt, painting of the court and lines, and replacement of posts, nets and areas of fencing (where needed) to an outdoor recreational court made up of two (2) tennis and four (4) pickleball courts. The six (6) courts do share the overall court space within a fenced an area within Steven’s Park N Crandon Ave &, Hughes St SE, Niles, OH 44446.

RFP Issuance: April 23, 2025

Deadline for Response: May 14,  2025 @ 10:00 am

Questions regarding the RFP should be directed to Mark Pallante, Parks & Recreation Director.

Project Description:

The City of Niles, owner of Stevens Park, seeks a qualified contractor to rehabilitate a fenced in roughly 25,000 square foot (190L X 130W) outdoor tennis and pickleball court within Stevens Park. The City has received State of Ohio NatureWork funds to assist with the project and relevant state requirements may apply.                        

All improvements must meet standards of accessibility as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act and the 2017 – ICC A117.1, and the final product must be attractive and inviting to the public.

The project construction period is to take place between May and August of 2025. Timeline adjustments will be discussed if needed throughout the project.

Scope of Work:

The contractor, working with plans approved by the City and Parks & Recreation Director, will rehabilitate a tennis/pickleball court, making it aesthetically pleasing, safe and accessible for all visitors. All work will meet ADA standards, State of Ohio requirements and the 2024 Ohio Building Code.

The activities will include:

  • Court Area: 25,000 square feet (190L X 130W)
  • Milling: 3,400 SY
  • CY of Asphalt: 190 CY
  • Gallons of Tack: 345 Gal
  • Partial Depth Repairs: 100 SY
  • Replacing Existing Items with New:
    • Remove and replace 4 tennis court posts and 2 nets – 3” post in sleeves
    • Apply 2 coates of Seal Master Acrylic Resurfacer on entire surface 25,000 sq. ft. (or comparable material)
    • Apply Sports Master Acrylic Sports Surface Paint 1 or 2 colors on 2 tennis courts and 4 pickle ball courts (or comparable material)
    • Paint all court lines white

Job Familiarization:

Contractor is urged to make itself fully aware of all job and facility requirements. Contractor shall be responsible to question any discrepancies, errors, and/or omissions in the specification and totally familiarize itself with the full intent of this invitation for proposal. Failure to do so will not relieve Contractor of the responsibility to perform to the full scope and quality of work expected by the City of Niles.

Submissions should include:

  • A brief overview of company, length of time in business, and location of offices, including contact person for this RFP;
  • Federal and state taxpayer identification numbers of the company;
  • Description of company’s experience in rehabilitating outdoor sport courts (preferably tennis or pickleball courts);
  • Details about which personnel, including any subcontractors, will be assigned to this project;
  • Include names and contact information for three references;
  • Briefly state your understanding of the services to be performed and commitment to provide the services as specified;
  • Describe timeline for project, including specifics about various components and time expected for completion detailed by milestones in a construction schedule;
  • Not-to-Exceed cost proposal, including all personnel and materials associated with this project;
  • The letter must be signed by a corporate officer or other individual who is legally authorized to bind the applicant to both its proposal and cost schedule;
  • Statement which indicates “proposal and cost schedule shall be valid and binding for ninety (90) days following proposal due date and will become part of the contract with the City of Niles.”
  • All activities and specifications outlined above exactly as they are (where an alternate activity is proposed that should be listed) and costs associated with each item should be listed.

Evaluation and Selection Criteria:

The successful applicant will be selected based on:

  • Quality and responsiveness to this proposal;
  • Degree to which proposal addresses all terms in the Scope of Work;
  • Qualifications, experience, and expertise of personnel in completing similar projects;
  • Cost of services, labor, and materials.
  • Ability to provide requested services on schedule
  • Project approach
  • References
  • Satisfaction of clients/end users

 

Evaluation and Award:

All proposals become the property of the City of Niles. The City of Niles has the discretion to evaluate the qualitative as well as the financial aspects of each proposal and make its selection based on what it considers to be in its best interest as a whole. The award and selection of the Vendor is solely within the discretion of the City of Niles. After the contract award has been announced, no unsuccessful Vendor should submit additional information for the City of Niles for consideration or have any subsequent contact with the City of Niles Staff, other than to receive a debrief from the Park & Recreation Director. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

 

Submission Process:

Sealed proposals will be received by the City of Niles Auditor’s Office, in the City Hall, 34 West State Street, Ohio, until 10:00 am on May 14, 2025, for the following project:

Steven’s Park Tennis Court and Pickleball Rehab Project

Envelopes should be plainly marked “Bids for Steven’s Park Tennis Court and Pickleball Rehab Project”

Each proposal shall contain the full name and address of every person, firm, or corporation interested in the same, and if a corporation, the name and address of the president and secretary, and shall comply with the ORC, including 735.06 and bid and performance sureties if applicable. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

For specs and bidding instructions contact Mark Pallante at 330-544-9000 ext 1141

Submittals shall be mailed in a sealed envelope and received no later than 10:00 am on May 14, 2025, to:

City of Niles

Attention: City Auditor

34 West State Street

Niles, Ohio 44446

LEGAL NOTICE
Advertisement for tender of bids for Steven’s Park Tennis & Pickleball Court Rehab Project
Sealed proposals will be received by the City of Niles Auditor’s Office, in the City Hall, 34 West State Street, Ohio, until 10:00 a.m. on May 14th, 2025, for the following project:
STEVEN’S PARK TENNIS & PICKLEBALL COURT REHAB PROJECT
Envelopes should be plainly marked “Bids for Steven’s Park Tennis & Pickleball Court Rehab Project”
Each proposal shall contain the full name and address of every person, firm, or corporation interested in the same, and if a corporation, the name and address of the president and secretary, and shall comply with the ORC, including 735.06 and bid and performance sureties if applicable. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
For specs and bidding instructions contact Mark Pallante at 330-544-9000 ext 1141.
Submittals shall be mailed in a sealed envelope and received no later than 10:00 a.m. on May 14th, 2025, to:
Attention: City Auditor
34 West State Street
Niles, Ohio 44446
2t: Apr 23, 30, 2025

Mike Dibble Press Release, Public Bids

RFQ – Request for Qualifications Wastewater Treatment Plant SCADA & IT

Request for Qualifications Wastewater Treatment Plant SCADA & IT

City of Niles’ Advertisement to issue a Request for Qualifications

Wastewater Treatment Plant SCADA & IT.

Sealed proposals will be received by the City of Niles Auditor’s Office, in the City Hall, 34 West State Street, Niles, Ohio, until 10:00 a.m. on March 12, 2025 for the following project:

Request for Qualifications Wastewater Treatment Plant SCADA & IT.

Envelopes should be plainly marked “Request for Qualifications Wastewater Treatment Plant SCADA & IT”

Each qualification shall contain the full name and address of every person, firm, or corporation interested in the same, and if a corporation, the name and address of the president. Qualifications will be based on section (D) of the Ohio Revised Code 153.65. The City reserves the right to reject any or all submissions.

For more information regarding Requests for Qualifications please contact Michael Nicastro at 330-544-9010 ext. 1603

RFG Submittals shall be mailed in a sealed envelope and received no later than 10:00 a.m. on March 12, 2025 to:

Attention: City Auditor

34 West State Street

Niles, Ohio 44446

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

 

CITY OF NILES SCADA AND IT AT THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT

The City of Niles, Ohio is seeking Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) from Integrators qualified to provide professional services to provide technical support for the City’s Wastewater Treatment Plant’s Scada and IT work.

The City of Niles intends to select an Integrator to perform technical services over a period not to exceed two‐years.

System Integrator Qualifications Specification

  • Integrator must be Control System Integrator Association (CSIA) certified.
  • Integrator must be a listed Rockwell Premier Solution Partner for the following disciplines:
    • Control
    • Process
    • Information Solutions
    • Industrial IT
  • Integrator must be MISSION certified for Wastewater controllers and to backup water tower controllers where needed.
  • PLC Control maintenance and programming
    • Should be certified in the following controllers and automation software
      • Siemens Controllers and Automation platform
      • Schneider Electric Hardware and automation software
      • Rockwell automation software

  Integrator must have staff within a 45 min. coverage area of our location in the event of and emergency and staff are needed to respond to emergency situations.

  Sealed proposals will be received by the City of Niles Auditor’s Office in the City Hall, 34 West State Street, Niles Ohio, until 11:30 a.m. on February 28, 2025, for the following project.

  Envelopes should be clearly marked:

  “ Request for Qualifications Wastewater Treatment Plant Scada & IT”.

  Consultants must present their qualifications in a neat and orderly fashion and not exceed five double‐sided pages in length.  Cover letter and two page resumes will not be included in page count.

  The City of Niles will not consider late submittals.

  A narrative that describes the consultant’s specific qualifications and understanding of the services for which the City of Niles is requesting assistance;

  A narrative that describes specific challenges associated with the required work and unique solutions available to deliver successful projects;

  An example project schedule that depicts the tasks typical of a project classification for which the City of Niles is requesting the consultant’s qualifications;

  Information for the key members of the consultant team, including names, capacity, unique capabilities, professional background, technical experience, and two page resumes only, (will not be included in the page count); and A completed and signed Non‐Discrimination Affirmation Form (Attachment A)

  CONSULTANT SELECTION: A selection committee consisting of City of Niles staff will choose, in its opinion, the most qualified consultant to provide services under this procurement action.

  Consultants understanding of specific challenges and unique solutions available to deliver successful SCADA and IT projects. The qualifications of professional personnel to be assigned to the project.  Capability to meet time and project budget requirements; Location; Present and projected time available to designate to project.

  The City of Niles may decide to select a consultant directly upon review of RFQs received, or it may elect to perform a round of interviews to aid in the determination.

  Once a selection is made, the City and selected consultant will negotiate the initial scope of work. Note that scope and fee for individual project task orders will be negotiated individually as projects arise over the on‐ call term.

  If the City is unable to negotiate a satisfactory contract with the initially selected consultant, it will formally terminate negotiations with that consultant and choose another party to negotiate. The City of Niles will continue this process until they reach an agreement or cancel the process.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND CONDITIONS

  Direct questions or requests for additional information to:

  Michael Nicastro, Assistant Superintendent

  mnicastro@thecityofniles.com

Subject line should read “Request for Qualifications”

330-544-9010 ext. 1603