D19 - Nexiq USB Link 3

The Ohio Department of Transportation is soliciting bids for 34 Nexiq USBLink 3 Wireless Vehicle Interface Adapters, part number NQ121052. This solicitation, identified as SRC0000041814, requires the delivery of these automotive specialty tools by December 31, 2026. The award will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the total cost of all items combined. Bidders must provide documentation proving they are an authorized dealer or distributor from the manufacturer and must ensure unit pricing is accurate to two decimal places to avoid being deemed non-responsive. The contract is governed by the Office of Contracts IT Finance Purchasing Standard Terms and Conditions, which include requirements for F.O.B. Destination delivery, meaning the vendor bears all transportation costs and risks. Payment is issued via electronic funds transfer, typically within 30 calendar days of receiving a proper invoice. Contractors must comply with various state mandates, including the Affirmation and Disclosure Form regarding offshore services, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, and Ohio's equal employment opportunity laws. Additionally, successful vendors may be required to register through the OhioPays Portal within seven business days of the award.