089-27 Truck Mounted Knuckle Boom Crane

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is establishing a term contract for the procurement and installation of truck mounted knuckle boom crane units on ODOT provided cab and chassis. This as-needed contract serves both ODOT and various political subdivisions, with awards granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. To be considered responsive, bidders must provide the latest manufacturer descriptive literature in both hard copy and electronic formats and strictly adhere to all minimum specifications. The selection process includes a tie-breaking mechanism involving revised pricing and an evaluation of past performance. Successful contractors must deliver equipment F.O.B. Destination within 200 calendar days of a valid purchase order, ensuring units are delivered with full tanks of diesel fuel and diesel exhaust fluid. The contractor is responsible for providing comprehensive safety and maintenance training, including hands-on demonstrations of hydraulics and master controls. Payments are processed on the 30th calendar day following the due date. Compliance requirements are extensive, including adherence to the E-Verify Workforce Integrity Act, Ohio Revised Code regarding campaign contributions and ethics, and various federal and state non-discrimination and accessibility laws. Vendors must also be registered through the Ohio Shared Services Office to obtain an OAKS Vendor Identification Number.