D27- Vacuum Degassing Oven - RFQ 2082

The Ohio Department of Transportation, specifically for Franklin County, is seeking to procure one (1) new vacuum degassing oven (VDO) through Request for Quotation (RFQ) 2082. The specified equipment must meet AASHTO R 28 standards and have precise dimensional requirements of no more than 13 inches tall and 16 inches deep. The VDO must be a 115V, 60 Hz, 15 Amp model with a touch screen display, featuring a built-in vacuum pump that does not require external compressed air supply and includes adjustable leveling legs. The procurement specifically recommends the ATS VDO Touch model, with bidders required to be either the manufacturer or an approved vendor with documentation demonstrating manufacturer authorization. The solicitation was posted on July 10, 2025, with proposals due by July 25, 2025, and delivery will be to 1600 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43223. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation, including the Affirmation and Disclosure Form and comply with the Purchasing Standard Terms and Conditions.

The procurement opportunity does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract requires strict compliance with geographical restrictions, mandating that all services and data handling occur within the United States. Contractors must provide detailed information about their business locations and service performance sites, with potential contract termination if services are performed outside the United States without a signed waiver. While no specific budget range is provided, the solicitation requires vendors to include shipping and handling costs in their proposal. The procurement includes comprehensive terms addressing insurance requirements, including commercial general liability, automobile liability, and cyber liability coverage. Potential vendors must carefully review the attached Purchasing Standard Terms and Conditions document, which establishes extensive guidelines for contract performance, pricing mechanisms, and compliance with state and federal regulations.