D01 Reels for Paulding Garage

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is seeking bids for a reel installation project at the Paulding garage, located within Portage County and Parma City jurisdictions. The procurement involves installing a bank of three new reels for oil, automatic transmission fluid (ATF), and air systems. Specific project requirements include hanging the reel bank on the back side of an existing wall, drilling holes for supply lines, installing ball valves for future servicing, and running new material lines through the wall. Contractors must provide all necessary parts, labor, and equipment, including a rental lift, as ODOT will not supply this item. The bid solicitation requires interested vendors to contact Tony Lotz at 419-296-5780 to schedule a site visit. The contract opportunity was posted on October 1, 2025, with proposal submissions due by October 17, 2025.

The procurement appears to have specific requirements related to minority and disadvantaged business enterprises, as outlined in Section 125.081 of the Ohio Revised Code. Vendors must complete an Affirmation and Disclosure Form that details their service locations, with strict prohibitions on offshore service performance and data storage outside the United States. Contractors are required to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including Commercial General Liability (minimum $1,000,000 per occurrence), Automobile Liability, Workers' Compensation, and Cyber Liability (minimum $5,000,000 per occurrence). While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, contractors should be prepared to provide a comprehensive quote covering all aspects of the reel installation, including equipment, materials, labor, and lift rental. The procurement documents suggest a preference for local vendors who can meet the technical specifications and comply with state contracting requirements.