Towing and Recovery Incentive Payment (TRIP) Program

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Towing and Recovery Incentive Payment (TRIP) Program Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) provides a comprehensive solution for emergency towing and roadway clearance services across the state. This contract enables qualified heavy-duty towing companies to respond to incidents involving large commercial vehicles (Class 5-9) blocking travel lanes on Ohio highways. Vendors must possess specific equipment, including two 35-ton hydraulic wreckers with 35,000-pound winches, a support truck, skid loader, and fuel transfer system, to effectively manage roadway incidents and reduce traffic congestion.

Wright Tire & Auto LLC has been awarded this competitive selection contract (DOT05525-39) for the period of July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2027, covering multiple geographic zones in Ohio. The contract is a voluntary program with incentive payments of $2,499 for successful TRIP events, contingent upon meeting strict response time requirements (45 minutes during peak hours, 60 minutes during non-peak hours) and completing scene clearance within 90 minutes. The contract requires vendors to maintain $1,000,000 in automobile liability insurance and demonstrate at least ten years of heavy-duty towing experience, ensuring high-quality emergency response services for the state.