Ames Ionwave #2026-152

CyRide Seeks Heavy-Duty Vertical Rise Platform Lift and Installation for Bus Wash Bay

The City of Ames, through its Ames Transit Agency (CyRide), is seeking bids for the purchase and installation of a heavy-duty vertical rise platform lift to replace an existing lift in its wash bay facility. - Government Buyer: - City of Ames, Ames Transit Agency (CyRide), Finance Office - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - No specific OEMs are mandated; the lift must accommodate buses from Gillig, Nova, New Flyer, Ford, Dodge, and Orion - Products/Services Requested: - One heavy-duty vertical rise platform lift - Minimum 75,000 lb lifting capacity - At least 47 feet long - Direct vertical lift, flush-mounted, minimum 65-inch lifting height - Wash bay ready: hot-dipped galvanized or stainless steel components, watertight electricals - Automatic roll-off protection, fail-safe locks, remote pendant controls - Compatible with 120V single-phase or 208V three-phase power - Installation services for the lift after site construction - On-site operator and maintenance training by factory or authorized representative (including travel costs) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Lift must accommodate a diverse fleet, including 40-foot and 60-foot articulating buses from multiple manufacturers - Bidders must provide installation documentation, drawings, schematics, and manuals - Minimum one-year warranty for parts and labor - Site plan provision, site visit availability, and compliance with Iowa DOT and City of Ames procurement and insurance terms - All freight, transportation, and travel costs must be included in the bid

Description

Ames Transit Agency, dba: CyRide, is soliciting bids for the purchase and installation of a replacement vertical rise platform lift in its wash bay. The lift must be capable of lifting all buses in CyRide's fleet, including 40-foot and 60-foot articulating buses, with a minimum lifting capacity of 75,000 pounds. The project includes reviewing the final site design, providing installation services after site construction, and operator training at the CyRide facility. Bidders must submit installation documentation, drawings, schematics, and manuals with their bids. The City of Ames reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to make awards in the best interest of the City.

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