D27 - Ohio CTE Device Equipment RFQ-2083

The state of Ohio, specifically Franklin County, is seeking procurement for a specialized Asphalt Binder Cracking Device equipment through RFQ-2083, designated as the D27 - Ohio CTE Device Equipment solicitation. The primary requirement is for one (1) new Ohio CTE Device (OCD) with two LVDT's and a signal conditioner, which must be specifically fitted into an existing asphalt testing device owned by the Ohio Department of Transportation. The device must meet precise technical specifications developed by EZ Asphalt Technology, LLC, with specific installation and training requirements. Delivery is mandated to 1600 West Broad Street in Columbus, Ohio, with a mandatory two-day onsite installation and training to be performed directly by Dr. Sang-Soo Kim. The solicitation was posted on July 21, 2025, with proposals due by August 5, 2025, creating a relatively tight procurement timeline of approximately two weeks for potential vendors to respond.

The procurement opportunity does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. Two critical accompanying documents - an Affirmation and Disclosure Form and the Purchasing Standard Terms and Conditions - suggest comprehensive compliance requirements, particularly regarding data storage, service locations, and operational transparency. The documents emphasize strict guidelines around offshore services, data management, and adherence to federal and state regulations. While no specific budget range is detailed, the technical specificity and required expertise suggest this is a specialized procurement targeting vendors with advanced technical capabilities in asphalt testing equipment. The procurement appears focused on obtaining a highly precise scientific instrument with specific performance and installation requirements, indicating a technical, performance-driven selection process that will likely prioritize technical competence and ability to meet exact specifications over purely cost-based considerations.