Articulating Wheel Loaders UTC

The City of Columbus is seeking proposals under a Best Value Procurement model to establish a Universal Term Contract for the purchase of articulating wheel loaders to be used as material handlers at its Compost facility. The contract will span three years from the date of execution through January 31, 2030, with an option for a one-year extension. The required equipment must be new, unused, and the most current model, featuring a minimum of 265 net horsepower, EPA Tier 4 Final emission compliance, a minimum operating weight of 50,000 pounds, and a 7-cubic yard Rockland single cylinder high dump height roll-out bucket. Performance standards include a lift cycle time of no more than 7 seconds at full load and adherence to SAE J1349, OSHA, O.D.O.T., and FMVSS guidelines. Award selection is based on a weighted evaluation consisting of the quality and feasibility of the goods (50 points), the total cost of ownership over ten years (25 points), and past performance including three professional references (25 points). Proposals must be submitted via the Bonfire portal by October 22, 2026, and must include warranty documentation, a will call letter, and detailed build-sheets. Delivery is preferred within 180 calendar days of the signed contract and purchase order, with terms set as F.O.B. destination prepaid and allowed. The successful vendor will be required to provide a performance bond and maintain all necessary licenses and insurance to operate on City property.