Forklift

The contract requires the procurement of a new Bobcat D35C-9 or equivalent medium-capacity diesel forklift manufactured in 2026 or later, designed for outdoor and mixed terrain material handling operations. The unit must have a rated lifting capacity of 7,000 pounds, a diesel engine producing 70 to 75 horsepower, and overall dimensions including a length of 110 to 115 inches without forks and a width of 48 to 50 inches, with an operating weight between 11,500 and 12,500 pounds. It must feature a 24-inch load center and a 3-stage mast capable of achieving lift heights between 130 and 190 inches, along with 48-inch forks, pneumatic tires sized 28.9 by 15 front and 6.50 by 10 rear, and an enclosed cab with HVAC. Standard equipment includes a side-shifting fork positioner, ergonomic controls, standard hydraulic lift and tilt, operator protection overhead guard, and critical safety features such as operator presence detection, rear view camera, backup alarm, high visibility mast, and automatic braking systems to ensure safe operation in construction, industrial, warehouse, and logistics environments. The final price must include delivery to the specified location at ZIP code 76544, comprehensive manufacturer’s warranty, and operator training for five personnel, along with three hard or digital copies of the operator, service, and parts manuals. The solicitation, numbered W911S226U3665, was posted on July 10, 2026, with a response deadline the same day at 8:00 p.m., and is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 333924. It is issued by the Department of Defense through the W6QM Micc-Ft Drum office located at Fort Drum, New York, with Arthur West as the primary point of contact. The contract is classified as combined and requires full compliance with all technical, safety, and delivery specifications to qualify for award.