Forestry Bobcat Upfit

The City of Columbus Recreation and Parks Department, Division of Forestry, is requesting quotations for upfitting and installation services on a city-owned Bobcat L28 Articulating Loader, with quotations due August 6, 2026.

The scope requires pickup of the loader from the Recreation and Parks Warehouse at 1533 Alum Industrial Drive, Columbus, Ohio, performance of upfitting and installation services, and delivery to the City of Columbus Fleet Management Division at 4211 Groves Road, Columbus, Ohio. The upfit specifications are fixed: installation of three Bobcat-manufactured components — one Mirror Kit (7357743), one Wiper Kit (7362527), and one Cab Enclosure Kit (7362528). No alternates or substitutions are permitted. The City requires new, unused equipment of the most current model year. All necessary parts not specifically mentioned must be included to make the unit fully operational and complete.

Bidders must submit firm or fixed prices with specifications for each quoted line item, including the make, model, and manufactured year of equipment. Bidders must demonstrate company registration and good standing to do business in the State of Ohio under Ohio Revised Code Chapter 1703 through the Secretary of State or provide a certified statement of exemption. The successful bidder assumes full responsibility for transportation and insurance during transit until City acceptance. Delivery is F.O.B. destination, prepaid and allowed. Manufacturer's warranty must be provided at no additional charge on a separate sheet with the bid proposal.

Pickup must be coordinated in advance with Max Underwood at (614) 645-6730. Delivery notification to Jason Smith or designee at Fleet Management Division at (614) 645-3784 must be provided no less than 24 hours in advance. Delivery is restricted to Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. local time, excluding City-recognized holidays.