Bucket Trucks

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Competitive Selection IDV DOT01526-3 provides a comprehensive procurement vehicle for bucket trucks and related utility vehicle equipment. The contract enables ODOT and other political subdivisions, state universities, colleges, and state agencies to purchase a wide range of specialized vehicles, including light duty, heavy duty, and tree trimming bucket trucks, aerial lift body units, and tow-behind lifts. Covering multiple chassis options from manufacturers like Ford, International, Freightliner, and Dodge, the IDV offers vehicles with working heights ranging from 40' to 65', featuring models from Versalift and Brandfx with extensive customization capabilities.

Utility Truck Equipment Inc. is the prime contractor for this competitive selection IDV, which was awarded on June 11, 2025, with a performance period through June 30, 2026. The contract covers the entire state of Ohio and is structured as a multiple award contract, allowing for flexible procurement of utility vehicles. Pricing for bucket trucks ranges from $75,655 to $131,455, with options for various chassis modifications, body configurations, and specialized equipment. The contract provides a 12-month term with the ability to purchase the latest current model vehicles, offering F.O.B. destination delivery to any of ODOT's twelve districts and eighty-eight county locations, with a maximum delivery timeline of 360 calendar days after purchase order receipt.