452-26 Large Cabinet Ovens

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is seeking to procure two new electric large cabinet ovens for asphalt testing through a Request for Quotation (RFQ) with bid submissions due by July 31, 2025. The specific procurement involves purchasing two ovens with precise technical specifications, including 230V, 3-phase power capability, a maximum temperature of 400 degrees F, and the ability to maintain 230 degrees F (+/- 9 degrees) for 24 hours. Each oven must have a minimum 45 cubic feet capacity, exterior dimensions no larger than 50 inches in depth and 75 inches in width, and will include sixteen shelves (eight per oven) and individual shutdown timers. The solicitation will be awarded to the lowest responsive bidder, with delivery tentatively scheduled for December 2025 to the Office of Materials Management test lab located in Columbus, Ohio. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including all applicable parts, model/part numbers, and detailed specifications for each item, with delivery to be made F.O.B. Destination at 1600 West Broad Street, Columbus, between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

The procurement appears to be a standard, open competitive bid without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises or restricted vendor categories. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the contract represents a one-time purchase with specific technical requirements for specialized laboratory equipment. The solicitation covers comprehensive terms and conditions addressing contract performance, data privacy, insurance requirements, and federal non-discrimination guidelines. Although no specific budget range is explicitly stated in the provided documentation, the procurement involves two high-specification industrial ovens for specialized testing purposes. The contract will be executed through Franklin County's procurement processes, with ODOT serving as the primary contracting agency. Potential vendors should carefully review all technical specifications and be prepared to meet the precise equipment requirements for laboratory-grade asphalt testing ovens.