City of Columbus #RFQ033563

City of Columbus Solicits Stand Up Electric Forklift and Operator Training

The City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities, Division of Sewerage and Drainage is seeking bids for the purchase of one new stand up electric forklift for its Sewer Maintenance Operation Center. - Government Buyer: - City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities, Division of Sewerage and Drainage - Products Requested: - One new, unused stand up electric forklift - All-electric drive - Lifting capacity: 3,000–4,000 pounds - 3-stage mast with minimum fork height of 180 inches - Maximum overall lowered mast height: 90 inches - 3 or 4 wheel configuration - Integral side shifter with fork positioner - Cushion or solid rubber wheels - Fork size: 1.5 x 4 x 42 inches - Properly rated charging equipment or onboard integrated charger - Includes all standard equipment - Operator's manual and parts/repair manual (print or digital) - Written certification of tare weight upon delivery - Services Requested: - Operator training for 8–10 City personnel - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Delivery must be F.O.B. destination to the Sewer Maintenance Operation Center - Minimum one-year full machine warranty - All pre-delivery service and inspections must be completed - Equivalent models from any OEM are acceptable if specifications are met - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs mentioned; equivalent models from any manufacturer are acceptable - Estimated Contract Value: - Typical value for a new electric forklift with training: $35,000–$55,000 - Potential Competitors: - Major forklift manufacturers such as Toyota Material Handling, Crown Equipment Corporation, Raymond Corporation, Hyster-Yale Group, and Mitsubishi Logisnext - Competing Products: - Stand up electric forklifts from leading OEMs (e.g., Toyota, Crown, Raymond, Hyster, Mitsubishi)

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The City of Columbus, Public Utilities Department, Sewers and Drains division, is soliciting bids for the purchase of one new and unused stand up forklift. The forklift must be all electric with a capacity between 3,000 and 4,000 pounds, and meet specific dimensional and functional requirements including a 3 stage mast and integral side shifter. The successful bidder is responsible for transportation, insurance, and delivery to the Sewer Maintenance Operation Center in Columbus, OH. The contract includes operator training for 8-10 personnel and requires a minimum one-year full machine warranty.

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