407-27 Container Chassis

Solicitation SRC0000042656 is a one-time bid contract for the purchase of a new Container Chassis Trailer for the Ohio Department of Transportation. The award will be based on the total combined cost of all items, provided the bidder is responsive to all specifications and demonstrates the necessary experience, financial stability, and management skills. Bidders must submit their responses electronically via OhioBuys by November 12, 2026. The successful vendor must provide a trailer that adheres to legal road height limits below 13 feet 6 inches, includes the latest ABS braking systems per DOT regulations, and is finished according to current industry priming and painting standards. The contractor is required to complete delivery within 180 calendar days of receiving a valid purchase order, with the certificate of title provided within 30 days post-delivery. Deliverables must be provided F.O.B. Destination/Pre-Paid/Allowed to a location specified by the agency. Payment is generally due 30 calendar days after the invoice is received, with a preference for electronic funds transfer. The contract mandates strict adherence to non-discrimination laws, including the Civil Rights Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act, and requires the vendor to be registered with the Ohio Secretary of State and the OhioPays Portal.