City of Columbus

The buyer seeks to purchase four forklifts with 5,000lb capacity for use by the Department of Fleet Management. The forklifts must meet detailed specifications including a four stage lift mast, LCD monitor, and hydraulic side shift. The buyer requires a minimum 3 year/4,000 hour warranty and local service support. Bidders must demonstrate experience providing similar equipment and warranty service.

• 10/15/2024 - Pre-Bid Facility Walk-Through
• 10/17/2024 - Specification Questions Due
• 10/17/2024 - Proposal Due Date
• 10/22/2024 - Responses to Questions Posted

• Document capability of providing specified equipment and warranty service
• Provide history of relationship with manufacturer(s) for past five years
• Have documented successful contracts from at least four similar customers

• Supply four forklifts with 5,000lb capacity
• Provide forklifts with four stage lift mast and 185 inch fork height
• Include LCD colored monitor with speed, acceleration and load weight indicators
• Furnish forklifts with hydraulic side shift and side shifting hydraulic fork positioner
• Deliver forklifts to specified location in Columbus
• Provide warranty coverage for minimum 3 years/4,000 operating hours
• Supply parts lists, service, maintenance and operation manuals
• Offer local service and parts support for the units
• Coordinate all warranty work if needed
• Demonstrate equipment prior to award if requested by City