Salient Doc. Electric Tugger 15Jun26.pdf

This document is a Salient Characteristic specification for a federal procurement by Patrick Space Force Base, Florida.

The Base Civil Engineer Power Production Workgroup is seeking one battery-powered tugger to be delivered no later than 1 December 2026. The contractor shall provide all managerial, administrative, labor, and quality control necessary to deliver the equipment. The tugger must feature a 48-volt DC power system with a push/pull capacity of up to 100,000 lbs for heavy wheeled equipment and include a high-torque electric motor with a minimum of 2 horsepower. Key operational specifications include an AC digital controller with adjustable acceleration and braking, variable-speed twist-grip throttle, neutral throttle braking, and a safety stop switch. The tugger must be equipped with a 3,000-lb differential transaxle, a 2:1 ratio gear reduction with chain drive to tires, and a turning radius of approximately 180 degrees.

The tugger must include a 6,000-lb hydraulic lift kit with a 10-inch hydraulic pump lift and pintle ball hitch assembly. Additional required features include an electromagnetic braking system, battery discharge indicator, ergonomic handle, external charger, flashing safety light assembly with short pole, fully enclosed chain guards, heavy-duty steel frame, horn assembly, safety features, and three 12-inch solid tires. The specification does not include pricing terms, response dates, or award date information.