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ITB 087-26 Training for Light Duty Gas and Diesel Engine Repair 11/03/2025
REQUIREMENTS/SPECIFICATIONS
Intent
This training is to provide basic instruction in the description and operation, repair, testing, inspecting,
services, & diagnostics of gas and diesel engines. Participants must be required to demonstrate hands-on
skills to perform moderately complex exercises during the course of the training in all specified areas.
After completion of this training, ODOT’s mechanics and auto technicians will be more prepared to pursue
ASE certifications in the A1, A8, T1, & T2 categories.
1.1: Optional Pre-Bid Presentation
The purpose of the pre-bid tele-conference is to walk through each specification item to ensure each
bidder is fully cognizant of the Department’s requirements and specifications. The Department highly
encourages all vendors to attend the tele-conference to answer any remaining questions/problems.
The optional pre-bid tele-conference will be held on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 9:00am eastern
standard time.
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Any required addendum/clarifications will be published at the conclusion of the pre-bid conference call.
For additional information regarding the Invitation to Bid (ITB) please contact the Office of
Contracts.
Contract Duration
The effective duration of this contract shall be from the Date of Award through December 31, 2027. Unit
bid pricing awarded shall be effective throughout the entire duration of the agreement.
Training Requirements
Objectives for Topic 1: Understanding Warnings, Caution, & Associated Risk
• Warnings, Cautions, & Associated Risk
o Gas & Diesel Engines (Fire, Noise, etc.)
o Accessory Drives (Pinch Points, Fans, etc.)
o Electric Components (Shock Hazards, etc.)
Objectives for Topic 2: Tactical Diagnostic Series – Scan and Scope
Misdiagnosis and unnecessary parts replacements plague many shops and technicians. Eliminating these pitfalls to
maximize diagnostic efficiency is the strategic focus of this class. A tactical approach to using your full arsenal of
diagnostic equipment in concert, as conditions require, to quickly diagnose with 99.9% certainty, is the goal. This provides
the diagnostic and repair efficiency that satisfies customers and makes you money.
• Capabilities of OEM scan tools
• Review the capabilities and limitations of aftermarket scan tools
• Realize the full capabilities of DSOs (Digital Storage Oscilloscopes)
• Discuss integration of scan tool and scope usage to clarify and validate diagnosis
Objectives for Topic 3: Network Communication and Diagnostics
In this class, we will discuss how the network operates and be able to apply this knowledge in a
practical way to the vehicles in your bay.
• What you need to know about Bus systems
• Isolate modules for quicker diagnostics
• Provide tech-tips from real world case studies
• Review proper techniques and the importance of terminal integrity
• Discuss how to deal with each module one-on-one
• Define precautions that will save you from making mistakes
Enhanced Air/Fuel Diagnostics
This course is designed to eliminate confusion regarding Oxygen and Air/Fuel Ratio Sensors and lead
the technician to more efficient diagnostics. They will learn the role these sensors have in fuel
control strategies. Learn to utilize fuel system monitor operation to help identify the root cause
of the failure.
• Detailed coverage of O2 Sensors vs Air/Fuel sensors
• Proper utilization of 5-gas diagnostics
• Interpretation of scan data to develop a test plan
• Micro probe testing of AFR Sensors
Gasoline Direct Injection – Operation and Diagnostics
The purpose of direct fuel injection is to improve fuel economy and reduce tailpipe emissions.
through a precisely metered fuel charge delivered directly to the combustion chamber. Direct
injection can significantly increase horsepower and torque, reduce hydrocarbons, and improve fuel.
economy. This course provides students with the background to diagnose faults in direct injection fuel.
Systems using service information and a variety of test equipment.
• Operation and purpose of direct fuel injection
• Low-pressure side: fuel pump, fuel pump control module, low-side fuel pressure control
• High-pressure side: high-pressure fuel pump
• Fuel injectors, fuel pressure sensor
• Engine misfire and valve deposit faults
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Objectives for Topic 4: Understanding OBD II Computer Control Systems
Scan Tool Diagnosis –
• GDI system low side pump duty cycle, high side rail pressure, control rail pressure,
depressurize system FUEL Trims including rear and PUMP TRIM, O2 / Wideband data, alcohol content,
ignition timing changes
• Volumetric Efficiency testing including expected vs actual MAF on scan tool
• VVT cam/crank correlation- degree of error. Command system, cause failure
Scope testing –
• In-cylinder pressure transducer waveform, pressure analysis
• Communication waveforms, cause failure
• Cam/Crank correlation using waveforms
• Ignition amp ramp/voltage
• Injector amperage/voltage. Compare GDI to PFI
• Relative compression
Objectives for Topic 5: Troubleshooting Engine Performance Problems
Strategies for a Successful Day in the Bay
• Balancing efficiency of our time, while remaining accurate in our diagnosis
• Incorporating scan tools, oscilloscopes, multi-meters, service information and all the resources available to
the modern technician
• Following customer concerns through completion of repair
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Course Standards
Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification standards will be applied to course content when
applicable.
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Training Logistics
Training class size will not exceed fifteen (15) participants and be at least a minimum of six (6)
participants per session, but regardless of class size, there will be no more than two (2) participants per
training aid used in class. A training aid includes, but is not limited to, electrical circuit boards, scan tools,
and other special tools.
Each session covering all topics will be presented in a four (4) consecutive day format.
ODOT will provide the required number of vehicles for each session.
The awarded vendor will provide all training materials (written or electronic), audio, External
Audio Speakers, Projector, Batteries, Pens, Pencils Dry Erase Markers, Name Tags, visual equipment,
instructor laptops, instructors, electrical circuit boards, scan tools, other special tools as necessary, and
travel expenses including hotels, meals, incidentals, etc.
ODOT will own all training materials (written or electronic) following the completion of this contract.
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The ODOT Office of Equipment Management, the ODOT Office of Employee Development and Lean and
the Mechanic’s Training Program will be notified and review any changes to course material after
sessions have begun or while in progress.
Vendor will provide the request for the required number of vehicles no less than fourteen (14) business
days prior to the first scheduled training session.
The vendor must provide the ODOT Office of Employee Development and Lean and the Office of
Equipment Management with copies of training records from each session, including but not limited to:
sign in sheets, test results (to include a letter grade and/or actual percentage correct test score), grading
scale, and any individual session evaluations regarding the course within five (5) business days of course
completion date. Information should be sent to the designated ODOT employee(s) by email.
Vendors must notify ODOT Office of Employee Development and Lean and the Office of Equipment
Management, or Mechanic’s Training Program of any changes to instructors. Instructors training this
course must demonstrate a portion of the course during the pilot session.
Training Sites/Scheduling
The ODOT Office of Employee Development and the Office of Equipment Management will obtain and
schedule training sites. Training may be conducted at any of ODOT’s twelve (12) district offices and/or
county facilities within Ohio as defined by the ODOT Office of Employee Development.
All training sessions will be scheduled by the ODOT Office of Employee Development and the Office of
Equipment Management in partnership with the vendor to ensure adequate participant enrollment to meet
the requirements of this contract.
The Invoicing must be received no later than seven (7) business days after each session has been
completed. In order to streamline the invoice payment process, the Office of Equipment Management
requires vendors to email an attached copy of the invoice to the following address:
dot.cen.oem@dot.ohio.gov.
Training sessions will be conducted on four (4) consecutive days each week, Monday-Thursday between
the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to include a 30-minute lunch. Instructor set-up time will be available
at the scheduled sites on Monday(s) or Friday(s), depending on session scheduling, between the hours of
7:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Vendor will conduct a pilot session prior to the start of the training; this will be at the discretion of the
Office of Equipment Management. The pilot participants will be chosen by ODOT. Vendor will make
changes to the training materials and/or how the training is conducted based on the results of the pilot
session.
Vendor Training Quantities
There are no guaranteed quantities under this contract. The numbers listed are estimates for contract
duration: Light Duty Engine Repair and Performance – approximately 100 participants.
Vendor Requirements
Required materials (below) must be included along with the completed bid package for the bid to
be responsive.
1. Detailed training course descriptions, course objectives, including participant and instructor training
materials, explanation of training delivery methods, course evaluation, daily schedule breakdown,
hands-on exercises, and pre- and post-testing format(s).
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2. A list of instructors that will be utilized for the duration of this contract and biographical information on
each instructor to include qualifications to perform duties required. Minimum qualifications for
instructors shall include at least five (5) years of experience in the field of automotive and diesel
repair and ASE A-1, A8, T1, T-2, or an equivalent certification (for example, UTI, NIAT or International
Fluid Power Society).
Pricing
The price per course will include all the vendor’s related travel expenses. The expenses will include
hotel/motel, meals, mileage, incidentals, and any other related expenses. No other charges will be
accepted by the Department.
Prices will not include expenses for concessions (lunch, refreshments, etc.), nor will concessions be
provided to the participants. Prices will not include a facility fee when ODOT facilities are being used.
Multiple Award
ODOT will accept all responsive bids submitted on or before the specified bid opening date and make an
award to all responsive bidders pursuant to O.R.C. 5513.02.
OhioBuys
Vendors must submit their Bid Responses electronically in OhioBuys before the published deadline date
& time, Columbus, Ohio local time on the Proposal due date. Vendors will not be able to submit Bid
Responses, or unsolicited Proposal amendments after the deadline.
Vendors must allow adequate time for uploading a Bid Response prior to the due date and time. ODOT
recommends that vendors submit Bid Responses as early as possible. If a second round is issued for any
reason, vendors must resubmit their bid if they had already submitted in a previous round, as the
previously submitted Bid Responses do NOT carry over to the new round.
The Signature process takes place after the award now. The email will come from
documents@esign.ohio.gov and will go to the signatory that was identified in the bid submission. The
subject line will be the bid # Signature Request, (example: 101G-25 Signature Request).
No contract can be issued to your company until we receive your signature to complete the process. And
you must have an OAKS Payor ID before a contract can be issued. To obtain that, you will need to go into
https://ohiopays.ohio.gov.
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