# British Columbia BCBid #235245

TransLink Solicitation for a Battery-Operated Heavy-Duty Forklift

**Posted:** October 23, 2026
**Respond By:** November 12, 2026
**Identifier:** 235245
**NAICS:** 423830

TransLink is seeking a battery-operated heavy-duty forklift for British Columbia Rapid Transit Company (BCRTC).
- **Government buyer:** TransLink (South Coast British Columbia Transportation Authority); beneficiary operating entity: British Columbia Rapid Transit Company (BCRTC).
- **Requested product:** Supply and delivery of one battery-operated heavy-duty forklift.
  - The posting provides no make, model, part number, or stated quantity; one forklift is indicated by the singular description, but the quantity is not explicitly specified.
- **Requirements:** The forklift must meet the Technical Specifications referenced in the posting, and delivery is in British Columbia.
- **OEMs and vendors:** No product OEMs, manufacturers, or resellers are named in the opportunity.
- **Estimated value:** Approximately $75,000–$250,000 USD; this is an indicative estimate because detailed specifications and quantity are not provided.

### Description

TransLink is seeking proposals for the supply and delivery of a battery-operated heavy-duty forklift meeting the specifications in the Technical Specifications available in the posting. The beneficiary operating entity is British Columbia Rapid Transit Company (BCRTC). Responses must be submitted through Ariba, and supplier questions must be submitted in writing through the event message board. The closing date and time is November 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM.

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