Towing and Recovery Incentive Payment (TRIP) Program

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Towing and Recovery Incentive Payment (TRIP) Program Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) is a multiple award contract designed to establish a statewide network of heavy-duty towing and recovery services for commercial vehicle incidents. The contract covers towing services for large commercial vehicles (Class 5-9) involved in highway incidents such as jackknifed semis, lost loads, vehicle fires, and mechanical issues. Qualified vendors must meet stringent requirements, including possessing two 35-ton hydraulic wreckers, a skid loader, fuel transfer system, and complete Ohio Traffic Incident Management (OTIM) training.

Twin Peaks Towing & Recovery LLC is a prime contractor for this IDV, specifically awarded for Zone 5B (Muskingum County), with a contract period from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2027. The competitive selection contract offers vendors incentive payments of $2,499 per successful TRIP event, contingent upon meeting specified response and clearance time requirements. The contract is statewide in coverage, allowing vendors to bid on multiple zones based on their equipment and capabilities. Contractors must demonstrate a minimum of ten years in heavy-duty towing, maintain appropriate commercial driver's licenses, and carry required insurance coverage.