# Dayton Civicplus #IFB S27001

Dayton Requests Real Estate Ownership and Title Reporting Services

**Posted:** September 22, 2026
**Respond By:** October 06, 2026
**Identifier:** IFB S27001
**NAICS:** 541191

The City of Dayton, Ohio, Department of Planning & Community Development is seeking bids for Evidence of Real Estate Ownership and Title Reporting Services to support nuisance abatement and property management.
- Government Buyer:
  - City of Dayton, Department of Planning & Community Development, Division of Procurement
  - Contact: Jason Schortgen
- Products/Services Requested:
  - Nuisance Abatement Evidence of Ownership Reports (estimated 450 reports)
    - Includes 10-year Recorder's online search, 25-year mortgage and land contract search, legal description, tax duplicate description, holder(s) of title information, and copies of deeds and muniments of title
  - Full Title Reports (estimated 10 reports)
    - Includes 42-year search, legal description, tax duplicate description, holder(s) of title information, marketability issues, Probate Court records, supplemental reports, encumbrance details, spouse/domestic partner info, claimants to unpaid purchase money, and unsatisfied executions or judgments
  - Chains of Title (as requested)
    - Tracing property ownership as designated by the City
  - Supplemental Reports (as requested)
    - Ancillary reports to ensure comprehensive reporting; first supplemental report at no cost
- Unique/Notable Requirements:
  - Bidders must have at least 10 years of relevant experience
  - Professional liability insurance is required
  - Firm pricing for initial contract period, with options to renew annually for up to three additional years
  - All bids must include shipping costs to the point of delivery
  - Compliance with federal, state, and local laws regarding competitive bidding, anti-competitive practices, and conflict of interest
  - Equal opportunity 'Affirmative Action Assurance' form required
- No specific OEMs or technology vendors are mentioned; services are professional and report-based

### Description

This solicitation is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to establish a firm Price Agreement for Evidence of Real Estate Ownership and Title Reporting Services. The contract period is from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027, with a possible option to renew for three additional 12-month periods through December 31, 2030, at the City's discretion. Electronic bids must be submitted by October 6, 2026, no later than 3:00 PM Dayton Local Time. The City of Dayton requires vendors to submit a current W-9 and use the City's bid form for submission.

[View original listing](https://www.daytonohio.gov/bids.aspx?bidID=1308)