006-26 Tree Trimming Bucket Trucks

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is seeking to procure Tree Trimming Bucket Trucks through a multiple award term contract, with bids due by August 12, 2025. The procurement involves purchasing specialized heavy-duty trucks with aerial tree trimming capabilities, requiring vendors to provide the latest current model trucks incorporating manufacturer's standard equipment. Specific technical requirements include a minimum 33,000 lb. GVWR, Cummins ISB engine with 230 gross horsepower, Allison automatic transmission, and an aerial device with a minimum working height of 65 feet. Vendors must submit comprehensive documentation including descriptive literature, a complete manufacturer's options list, and comply with detailed specifications for chassis, engine, transmission, brakes, and utility equipment. The contract will be effective for twelve months, with delivery required within 300 calendar days of receiving a valid Purchase Order, and trucks will be delivered Free on Board (F.O.B.) to any of ODOT's twelve districts and eighty-eight county locations throughout Ohio.

The contract includes geographic service restrictions mandating that contractors cannot perform services outside the United States or store state data internationally without obtaining a formal waiver. Vendors must complete an Affirmation and Disclosure Form certifying compliance with Executive Order 2022-02D, which prohibits purchasing services from Russian companies. Pricing will remain firm for the first 60 calendar days after bid opening, with potential price increases subject to ODOT's approval. Warranty terms are specified as one year for main structural members and remaining components. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed, vendors must provide estimated trade-in values for used operational equipment and comply with federal and state regulations. The procurement allows for vendor alternatives to specified components, provided they meet or exceed minimum requirements, with an expectation of multiple awards to responsive bidders. Although a specific budget range is not provided, the comprehensive technical specifications suggest a significant investment in specialized municipal transportation equipment.