The City of Columbus, Division of Infrastructure Management, is seeking a qualified vendor to supply one (1) Slide‑In Tack Distributor for municipal paving operations, along with on‑site operational and maintenance training. The contract includes delivery to the City’s Fleet Management facility, a minimum 12‑month manufacturer warranty, and the requirement that the vendor be an authorized dealer capable of providing warranty service. Bidders must submit experience references, warranty documentation, and detailed specifications (make, model, year). The City may require a demonstration of the equipment and will inspect all items upon delivery. Delivery is FOB Destination, prepaid freight, with a required 24‑hour notice and delivery window of Monday‑Friday, 7:00 AM‑2:30 PM. Invoicing must reference the City Purchase Order and be sent to the Finance office.
• Equipment: One Slide‑In Tack Distributor (paving equipment)
• Delivery: By 2027‑04‑01, FOB Destination, prepaid freight, onsite placement
• Training: Minimum one working day for operators and one for fleet service personnel, performed at City‑determined locations
• Warranty: Minimum 12 months, franchised OEM dealer, with clear procedures for delayed warranty coverage
• Documentation: Manufacturer literature, dealer build sheets, parts/maintenance manuals (digital preferred)
• Insurance: $1 M per occurrence for bodily injury and property damage; workers’ compensation required
• Bid requirements: Fixed price quote, make/model/year, experience references (≥4), warranty sheet, insurance certificates, and any alternates in a separate letter
• Deadline: Questions due 2026‑09‑28; bid submission deadline 2026‑10‑08 (3 PM).