070-25 Excavators

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is initiating an invitation to bid (ITB: 070-25) aimed at forming a term contract with qualified suppliers for the supply of Excavator Units. This initiative is designed to streamline the acquisition process for excavators as required by ODOT and its Political Subdivisions, ensuring that the machinery acquired complies with the most recent engineering standards and specifications. The contract specifies that all procured Excavator Units must be brand new models directly from the factory, incorporating all current technical enhancements. Although the exact quantities and types of excavators are yet to be determined, purchases will be conducted on an as-needed basis. Bidders are mandated to include delivery charges in their proposals, with units to be delivered Free on Board (F.O.B.) to any of ODOT’s twelve districts and eighty-eight county sites in Ohio. Contractors are required to deliver each vehicle with a full tank of fuel and diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) if it is necessary. Delivery must be completed within 180 days of receiving a Purchase Order, adhering to specified delivery hours. Additionally, suppliers must provide a list of authorized service providers within Ohio to handle warranty and repair services, and they must submit detailed literature describing the units they bid. The terms of the contract are effective for a period of twelve months from the award date. The delivery areas include ODOT's districts across Ohio, such as Lima, Bowling Green, Ashland, Akron, and several others, including the Central Garage in Columbus. The overall estimated value of the contract is between $5,000,000 and $20,000,000, presenting a significant procurement opportunity in the state of Ohio.