# Wisconsin Vendornet Platform #Forklift Vehicle Purchase

MMSD Solicitation for One New 5,000-lb Propane Forklift

**Posted:** October 13, 2026
**Respond By:** October 27, 2026
**Identifier:** Forklift Vehicle Purchase
**NAICS:** 423830, 333924

Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District is seeking bids for one new, heavy-duty propane forklift for its operations.
- **Government buyer:** Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD), a local government buyer in Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin; no sub-agency or office is identified.
- **Requested vehicle:** One new 5,000-lb-capacity, liquid-propane forklift with pneumatic tires and a seated operator configuration. The vehicle must weigh at least 8,700 lb.
- **Key specifications:** Three-stage full-free high-visibility mast; hook-type Class II carriage and forks; minimum 60-hp, water-cooled four-cylinder LP engine; three-section hydraulic valve; power-shift transmission; hydrostatic steering; and four-wheel oil-cooled disc brakes. The bid form also specifies mast, carriage, and tire dimensions.
- **Required equipment and safety features:** LED lighting and display, an LP tank of at least 43 lb with swing-down cradle, OSHA-approved electronic backup alarm, amber strobe, gear-activated front and rear blue spotlights, seat belt, operator-sensing mast lock, rear grab bar with horn button, and mounted 3-lb ABC fire extinguisher. Include two sets of keys and available manuals, including the operator manual in PDF where available.
- **Bidding information:** No OEM, manufacturer, model, reseller, or vendor is named. Bidders must identify the proposed manufacturer and model, provide vehicle specifications and warranty information, and respond to each specification.
- **Warranty and delivery:** Minimum warranties are 2 years/3,000 hours standard, 3 years/6,000 hours for the powertrain, and 5 years/10,000 hours for oil-cooled disc brakes. Delivery and invoicing must be completed by the buyer's required deadline.
- **Purchase structure:** One-time vehicle purchase; no recurring service or subscription is specified.

### Description

The Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District requests bids for one new 5,000 lb-capacity, propane-powered forklift with pneumatic tires. The bid documents specify vehicle configuration and performance requirements, equipment, safety features, warranty information, and required supporting specifications. The forklift must be delivered to MMSD and invoiced by December 16, 2026. Sealed bids are due October 27, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.; they will be publicly opened and read aloud at the district office.

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