Hyster-Yale Group — Material Handling Equipment and Solutions

This cooperative purchasing contract, numbered 053024, is an agreement between Sourcewell and Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc. for the provision of forklifts, lift trucks, and related products and services. The contract is designed to provide eligible government, education, and nonprofit entities across the United States and Canada with a streamlined procurement solution for a wide array of equipment, including Classes I through VII trucks and container handlers. The agreement remains in effect until July 23, 2028, with options for extensions, and includes specific provisions regarding warranties, shipping, and pricing adjustments. Under the terms of the award, participating agencies receive significant cost savings through basic truck discounts ranging from 20 percent to 58 percent off the commercial price list. The selection of Hyster-Yale followed a competitive solicitation process that began in April 2024, involving a comprehensive evaluation of multiple vendors based on RFP conformance, financial viability, service delivery, and pricing. Key points of contact for the agreement include Josh Sheppard and Carl Traub for the awardee, and Mark Kern and Sarah Carr for the buyer.