Excavator and bulldozer statewide purchase

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is soliciting bids for the statewide purchase of heavy construction machinery to support parks and watercraft dredge operations. The required equipment includes two 323 long reach excavators and one D-5 bulldozer, with a requested delivery deadline of November 30, 2026. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on a low lot total. This total is calculated by multiplying the unit cost by the estimated usage for each item and summing the results. Bidders are cautioned that failure to bid on all requested items may result in being deemed non-responsive. The procurement is governed by the State of Ohio Standard Terms and Conditions, which mandate strict adherence to legal and ethical standards, including compliance with Ohio ethics laws, drug-free workplace policies, and prohibitions on certain foreign investments. While the contract focuses on heavy machinery, it includes rigorous data security and personnel requirements, such as mandatory background investigations for individuals accessing sensitive information and strict protocols for data residency and encryption. All deliverables must be merchantable, fit for their intended purpose, and compliant with applicable safety and environmental regulations. The State maintains significant oversight, including the right to audit, inspect goods at the destination, and enforce liquidated damages of 1% per day for delivery defaults.