Central Ohio Transit Authority - Purchase of Two Ride-On Floor Scrubbers - IFB-068 - 2026
Central Ohio Transit AuthorityPublic Authority · Columbus, OH- Due
- Nov 16, 2026
- 20 days left
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
- Primary contact
- Beth Cremeens
- (614) 448-8923
The 30-second brief
Central Ohio Transit Authority seeks bids for the purchase and delivery of two ride-on floor scrubbers for facilities operations. The required equipment includes one Tennant T7-800-D-2000074 with an 800 mm (32-inch) deck and one Tennant T20-C-DSL-2000072 diesel scrubber, or approved equals, along with standard documentation, warranty, and operator training. Proposals are due by November 16, 2026. The procurement falls under COTA's facility maintenance and transit operations, requiring firm fixed pricing and delivery within twelve weeks of contract execution.
One (1) Tennant T7-800-D-2000074 or approved equal, One (1) Tennant T20-C-DSL-2000072 or approved equal, Equipment Documentation, Equipment Demonstration and Training
Lowest evaluated price
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Summary
Central Ohio Transit Authority seeks bids for the purchase and delivery of two ride-on floor scrubbers for facilities operations.
The required equipment includes one Tennant T7-800-D-2000074 with an 800 mm (32-inch) deck and one Tennant T20-C-DSL-2000072 diesel scrubber, or approved equals, along with standard documentation, warranty, and operator training. Proposals are due by November 16, 2026. The procurement falls under COTA's facility maintenance and transit operations, requiring firm fixed pricing and delivery within twelve weeks of contract execution.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest evaluated price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- One (1) Tennant T7-800-D-2000074 or approved equal
- One (1) Tennant T20-C-DSL-2000072 or approved equal
- Equipment Documentation
- Equipment Demonstration and Training
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
13- Completed Bid Form
- Pricing Schedule
- Vendor Certifications and Representations
- Manufacturer Authorization Letters
- Proof of Insurance
- Subcontractor Disclosure
- Form W-9
- Affidavit Regarding Delinquent Taxes
- Affidavit Regarding Government-Wide Debarment and Suspension
- Affidavit Regarding Non-Collusion
- Affidavit Regarding Restrictions on Lobbying
- Affidavit Regarding Build America- Buy America Compliance
- COTA Vendor Cybersecurity Questionnaire
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cota/projects/316453
- Scope location
- Columbus, OH
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Central Ohio Transit Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 16, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cota/projects/316453. For questions, contact Beth Cremeens.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Central Ohio Transit Authority in OH, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the IFB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Beth Cremeens at (614) 448-8923. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: One (1) Tennant T7-800-D-2000074 or approved equal, One (1) Tennant T20-C-DSL-2000072 or approved equal, Equipment Documentation, Equipment Demonstration and Training. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest evaluated price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Central Ohio Transit Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Central Ohio Transit Authority are tracked and searchable. As a public authority agency, Central Ohio Transit Authority regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 16, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Completed Bid Form, Pricing Schedule, Vendor Certifications and Representations, Manufacturer Authorization Letters, Proof of Insurance, Subcontractor Disclosure, Form W-9, Affidavit Regarding Delinqu. Review the full document from Central Ohio Transit Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Columbus, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.