420-27 D5 Force Feed Loader

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) District 5 is seeking bids for a one-time purchase of a new Force Feed Loader. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder whose equipment meets all minimum technical specifications, including an EPA Tier 4 diesel engine and the standard manufacturer's warranty. Bidders must provide descriptive literature and use the provided pricing sheet to indicate compliance. The procurement includes a trade-in of a 1989 Athey unit, and the successful vendor must deliver the new equipment F.O.B. Destination to the District 5 Office with a full tank of fuel and diesel exhaust fluid. The selected contractor must be registered with the Ohio Shared Services Office and comply with various state and federal regulations, including equal employment opportunity laws, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and drug-free workplace policies. Deliverables must include both paper and electronic manuals for parts and service. ODOT reserves the right to require a performance demonstration of the equipment before final award. Payment is primarily handled via electronic funds transfer, with terms generally set at 30 days following the receipt of a proper invoice. All bid responses must be submitted electronically through the OhioBuys portal by the specified deadline.