City of Cincinnati - Bobcat Mini Excavator - Ref. 272P902556 (2026)
City of CincinnatiCity · Cincinnati, OH- Due
- Oct 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
- Primary contact
- Tammy Kaser
The 30-second brief
The City of Cincinnati Office of Procurement is issuing an Invitation to Bid for the Greater Cincinnati Water Works Department to furnish one (1) 2026 or newer Bobcat Compact E48 R2 Excavator or approved equal. The scope includes delivery to Fleet Services Division located at 1106 Bates Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45225, complete with warranty service requirements, equipment specifications, and compliance with City safety and EEO standards. Bids must be submitted electronically via the City's Vendor Self Service (VSS) website by October 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM Noon ET. Questions must be submitted in writing via email by September 29, 2026, at 12:00 PM Noon ET to the assigned buyer. The contract will be awarded to the lowest and best responsive bidder based on pricing, specifications, and delivery terms.
Lowest and best responsive bidder, delivery, specification conformity
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Summary
The City of Cincinnati Office of Procurement is issuing an Invitation to Bid for the Greater Cincinnati Water Works Department to furnish one (1) 2026 or newer Bobcat Compact E48 R2 Excavator or approved equal.
The scope includes delivery to Fleet Services Division located at 1106 Bates Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45225, complete with warranty service requirements, equipment specifications, and compliance with City safety and EEO standards. Bids must be submitted electronically via the City's Vendor Self Service (VSS) website by October 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM Noon ET. Questions must be submitted in writing via email by September 29, 2026, at 12:00 PM Noon ET to the assigned buyer. The contract will be awarded to the lowest and best responsive bidder based on pricing, specifications, and delivery terms.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Lowest and best responsive bidder
- Delivery
- Specification conformity
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Volume Two Forms and questionnaires
- Volume Three Excel Pricing Sheets
- Specification literature and illustrations
- Warranty information
- Warranty transfer certification of agreement
- Form 107 alternate bids
- Form DEI 147
- Taxpayer in Good Standing Request form
- Proof of insurance (General Liability, Automobile Liability, Workers Compensation)
- Submit to
- https://vss.cincinnati-oh.gov/vssprod/Advantage4
- Scope location
- Cincinnati, OH
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Cincinnati?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 6, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://vss.cincinnati-oh.gov/vssprod/Advantage4. For questions, contact Tammy Kaser.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Cincinnati 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 Bid 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 Tammy Kaser. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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 and best responsive bidder, delivery, specification conformity" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Cincinnati?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Cincinnati are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Cincinnati regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: Volume Two Forms and questionnaires, Volume Three Excel Pricing Sheets, specification literature and illustrations, warranty information, warranty transfer certification of agreement, Form 107 alterna. Review the full document from City of Cincinnati for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cincinnati, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.