Battery, Forklift EE Rated w/Cover, 36-90LM-21EE PAR Plate

The contract specifies the procurement of two battery forklift units rated for electric operation with a cover, model Hawker Power Line 36-90LM-21EE PAR PLATE, designed as an exact replacement or equal for the Hyster E120Z forklift with serial number E098N02477H. These batteries must meet exact dimensional requirements including a side-to-side width of 45 1/4 inches, front-to-back length of 45 1/2 inches, and height of 23 1/4 inches, with cables exiting the right front of the battery box. Each battery is a 36-volt system with a 1800-amp hour capacity and a 62.53-kilowatt hour capacity at a six-hour charge rate, weighing 4738 pounds, which falls within the allowable range of 3600 to 5550 pounds. Construction includes a spark-proof 3/8 inch steel case with a center-hinged cover and handles, acid-resistant painted steel trays inside and out, heat-bonded cells, a uniform acid bath for each cell, a five-layer retention system, flip-top vent caps, end case lifting brackets, micro-porous sleeved separators, and intercell connector covers. The batteries are equipped with SB 350-amp 3/0 gray connectors, positioned at B with a 30-inch length. The contract is issued under solicitation number W911S226U3113 by the Department of Defense through the Office of W6QM Micc-Ft Drum in Fort Drum, New York. It is a full and open competition set aside exclusively for small businesses under the SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside provision, classified under NAICS code 335910 for battery manufacturing. The solicitation was posted on April 27, 2026, with a response deadline of May 4, 2026, at 10:30 PM Eastern Time. A five-year full warranty is required, followed by a one-year pro-rated period, ensuring long-term reliability. The point of contact for inquiries is Randy White, with contact information provided for email and phone. The place of performance is listed as zip code 74501, though the specific location is not detailed in the data provided.