Mine Safety Confined Space Mobile Unit

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of Mineral Resources Management (DMRM) is seeking proposals for a Mobile Confined Space Training Unit to be used for mine emergency rescue and response training across Ohio. The procurement involves designing and fabricating a 30-35 foot specialty vehicle that will serve as an interactive, mobile training environment for rescue personnel, with specific requirements including multiple doors, durable construction, and an exterior ODNR branding wrap. The project has a strict quote submission deadline of September 1st, 2025, with the contract term extending through June 30, 2026, and weekly project meetings planned from award to completion. Bidders must submit quotes via the Ohio|Buys Online Solicitation (SRC0000033067) in a searchable PDF format, presenting all project information and costs in a single document. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with expectations including a one-year workmanship guarantee, a one-year materials warranty, and extended technical support for technological components. Evaluation will likely focus on compliance with the detailed specifications outlined in the Mobile Confined Space - Spec Sheet, technical capabilities, and overall cost-effectiveness.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on participating organizations. The total project budget is $369,000, with a structured payment schedule divided into six deliverable portions ranging from 10-40% of the total cost. Invoicing will be processed through Ohio Shared Services, requiring submissions in PDF or JPEG format and inclusion of a purchase order number. Contractors will need to demonstrate compliance with state and federal regulations, including non-discrimination requirements and ethical standards. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project requires a sophisticated understanding of mobile training unit design, rescue training environments, and the specific needs of mine safety personnel. Potential bidders should be prepared to showcase their technical expertise in vehicle fabrication, interactive training component design, and ability to meet the ODNR's specific operational requirements for a mobile confined space training unit.