"New" Hyster J40XNT (No Substitute)

The contract solicits a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) quote for the “New” Hyster J40XNT equipment, with all pricing required to be all-inclusive and submitted in the offeror’s name. The quote must include the current date, Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), Country of Origin, and lead time, and vendors are strongly encouraged to provide any available discounts to achieve their best price. A published online price list is mandatory to justify pricing; if unavailable, a redacted invoice or screenshot from a past customer transaction for the same or similar item is acceptable. All vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) with an active UEI, though foreign vendors are exempt from SAM registration provided they complete AMS-Form-050. Compliance with employment eligibility verification through E-Verify is required for all personnel performing work in the U.S. The contract incorporates numerous FAR clauses, including prohibitions on gratuities and contingent fees, restrictions on subcontractor sales to the government, certification of executive compensation, and cybersecurity mandates under FAR 52.204-21 and 952.204-77, especially if DOE systems are accessed. Additionally, the contract enforces Buy American provisions, prohibits the use of Kaspersky Lab products, and requires adherence to environmental standards including EPA-designated items and sustainable procurement practices. Packaging and marking must comply with ASTM D 3951, with special attention to shelf-life controls and ESD-sensitive item labeling. All shipments must be delivered to Building 98 at Brookhaven National Laboratory in Upton, NY, under FOB Destination, Fright Prepaid UPS-GROUND terms, with no less than 75% of shelf life remaining upon arrival. Invoices must be submitted to APinvoices@bnl.gov and are subject to net 30-day payment terms. The contract includes inspection and acceptance procedures based on conformance to technical specifications, ISO 9001 quality systems, and certification by approved testing laboratories for safety-critical equipment. The solicitation number is BG478502, with a response deadline of May 18, 2026, and Beth Gilman from Brookhaven National Laboratory serves as the primary point of contact for all administrative and contract matters.