Equipment Specification Request (003).pdf
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- Solicitation for Pallet Jack forklifts
- Solicitation number
- SP800026Q0009
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Defense Logistics Agency
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This is an Equipment Specification Request for a heavy-duty electric walkie/rider pallet jack designed for industrial material handling. The requested unit must feature all-steel construction, electric power steering, and comprehensive safety mechanisms to support extreme loads safely.
The equipment must meet baseline specifications including a 14,000-pound load capacity, 24V electrical system with minimum 335 Ah lead-acid battery capacity, and dual motors (approximately 1.7 kW drive motor and 2.2 kW lift motor). Performance requirements specify travel speeds of approximately 3.7 mph loaded and 4.3 mph unloaded, lifting speed of approximately 1.25 inches per second, lowering speed of approximately 1.9 inches per second, a turning radius of approximately 66 inches, and operating noise levels under 70 dB(A). Dimensional specifications include fork length of approximately 46.5 inches, standard fork width of 27 inches, lowered fork height of approximately 3.4 inches, and minimum raised fork height of 9 inches. Required features include heavy-duty all-steel chassis with polyurethane wheels, Electric Power Steering (EPS) system, ergonomic multi-functional control handle operable in vertical and horizontal positions, and dual-action braking with both electric mechanical and regenerative capabilities. Mandatory safety characteristics include an easily accessible emergency stop switch, emergency reversing button on the operator handle to prevent crushing injuries, and an intelligent stability control mechanism to resist tipping and maintain anti-slip traction under maximum load. The document notes that minor variances in dimensions (fork length between 45 and 48 inches) or capacity (between 13,000 and 15,000 pounds) are acceptable provided overall structural integrity meets heavy-capacity requirements.
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Equipment Specification Request: Heavy-Capacity Electric Pallet Jack
1. General Description:
The requested equipment is a heavy-duty, electric walkie/rider pallet jack designed for industrial material handling. The unit must feature all-steel construction, electric power steering, and safety mechanisms suitable for safely maneuvering extreme loads.
2. Baseline Specifications & Averages:
Specification Category Required Standard (Based on Market Averages)
Target Load Capacity 14,000 lbs
Operating Voltage 24V System
Battery Capacity 335 Ah (Minimum Lead-Acid or Equivalent)
Drive Motor ~1.7 kW AC
Lift Motor ~2.2 kW AC
Travel Speed (Loaded) ~3.7 mph
Travel Speed (Unloaded) ~4.3 mph
Lifting Speed ~1.25 inches/second
Lowering Speed ~1.9 inches/second
Turning Radius ~66 inches
Operating Noise Level Under 70 dB(A)
3. Dimensional Requirements:
Dimension Measurement
Fork Length ~46.5 inches
Overall Fork Width Standard 27 inches
Lowered Fork Height ~3.4 inches
Raised Fork Height Minimum 9 inches
4. Required Features & Components:
• Chassis & Build: Heavy-duty all-steel construction. Must include high-durability polyurethane wheels.
• Steering: Must be equipped with an Electric Power Steering (EPS) system to reduce operator fatigue under heavy loads.
• Handle & Controls: Ergonomic, multi-functional control handle capable of operating (including braking) in both vertical and horizontal positions.
• Braking System: Dual-action braking featuring both electric mechanical brakes and regenerative braking capabilities.
5. Mandatory Safety Characteristics:
• Emergency Stop: Easily accessible emergency power-off switch.
• Reversing Button: Emergency reversing (belly) button located on the operator handle to prevent crushing injuries.
• Stability Control: Intelligent stability control mechanism (e.g., floating traction system) to resist tipping and maintain anti-slip traction under maximum load.
Note for the Contract Officer: The numerical values above represent the median market requirements for this tier of heavy-duty pallet jack. Minor variances in dimensions (e.g., fork length between 45" and 48") or capacity (between 13,000 lbs and 15,000 lbs) are acceptable provided the overall structural integrity meets the heavy-capacity requirement.
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