Praia - Electric Forklift

The U.S. Embassy in Praia, Cabo Verde, is seeking quotations for a new electric forklift under solicitation number 19CV1026Q0004, with responses due by July 20, 2026, at 17:00 Praia time. The forklift must meet specific technical requirements including a 36V power system, 1320 AH battery, 4,400 lb rated capacity at a 24-inch load center, 189-inch lift height, solid tires, a side shifter, and full compliance with ASME/ANSI B56.1 safety standards. All costs including shipping, handling, and taxes must be included in a firm-fixed-price quotation, and VAT must be itemized separately on invoices. The delivery location is the U.S. Embassy at Rua Abilio Macedo 6, C.P. 201, Praia, Cape Verde, with acceptance occurring upon delivery at that site. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov if the award exceeds $40,000 and are required to submit quotations electronically via email to PraiaProcurement@state.gov with the exact subject line specified; late or improperly labeled submissions will be rejected. The award will be made using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable method, prioritizing compliance with technical specifications, overall value, delivery timeline, and warranty support without assigned weights or ratings. Invoices must be sent electronically to Praiadbo@state.gov referencing the purchase order number, with payment processed via electronic funds transfer. No formal contract clauses, packaging specifications, or inspection criteria beyond ASME/ANSI B56.1 are included. The solicitation does not include small business set-asides, socioeconomic certifications, or option periods, and there is no designated contracting officer’s representative or COR listed. All submissions must be complete and responsive, though no page or word limits are imposed.