Scale Testing Truck & Equipment

The City of Columbus is seeking proposals under a Best Value Procurement model for the purchase of one new, unused scale testing truck and associated equipment for the Division of Weights and Measures. The required equipment consists of a heavy-duty diesel-powered box truck, preferably a Freightliner SD-114, featuring a 22-foot enclosed cargo box, a 6,000lb capacity boom assembly, and a 25,000lb capacity van body. This vehicle must transport and deploy a NIST 105-8 compliant 5,000lb test cart powered by a Honda GX690 gasoline engine, which must be capable of carrying an additional 20,000lbs of weights. The contract includes requirements for operator and maintenance training at the City fleet management facility within 30 days of delivery, as well as the provision of OEM diagnostic software and service manuals. Award selection will not be based on the lowest bid but on a weighted evaluation of the quality and feasibility of the goods (50 points), the total cost of ownership over ten years (20 points), and past performance (10 points). Proposals must be submitted in PDF format by November 5, 2026, and include detailed drawings, build-sheets, and professional references. The City prefers delivery within 180 calendar days of the signed contract. Successful vendors must be registered in good standing with the Ohio Secretary of State, comply with Columbus City Codes regarding wage theft prevention, and adhere to all applicable SAE, DOT, and FMVSS regulations. Invoicing must exactly match the purchase order amount and be mailed to the address specified on the order to ensure payment.