D06 - Crane Services Mansfield OH - RFQ-2134

This solicitation from the Ohio Department of Transportation requires the rental of a crane and operator to perform specialized box culvert installation near Mansfield, Ohio. The selected contractor must provide a crane with a sufficient working radius to set 8' x 4' box culverts, each weighing up to 21,000 lbs, into the center of a 30-foot wide trench. The operational requirements include a working radius of approximately 60 feet from center to center, covering an area that extends 28 feet from the road centerline in both directions. The scope of work encompasses the mobilization and demobilization of the crane, trucks, personnel, fuel, and all necessary support equipment. The project is tentatively scheduled to begin around October 5, 2026, with the crane required to be ready for operation by 9:00 AM. While the job is estimated to take at least 12 hours, the duration may vary, and the contractor must coordinate the exact date with Sam Morrison. The contract is governed by the Ohio Department of Transportation's standard purchasing terms and conditions, which establish essential definitions for procurement, deliverables, and invoice processing, while also outlining strict requirements for data protection and confidentiality. Additionally, contractors are required to complete an affirmation and disclosure form to ensure compliance with executive orders regarding offshore services and data locations. This includes a prohibition on using services or data storage located outside the United States or sourcing from certain foreign entities without a waiver. Bidders must submit their responses by the deadline of September 18, 2026, to be considered for this service requirement.