Requirements Forklift.pdf

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Used Forklift for the Sterling Field Support Center in Sterling, VA
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This is a Statement of Work (SOW) for the procurement of a used Class 7 Telehandler Diesel forklift for the National Weather Service Sterling Field Support Center (SOW 142082-26-0306). The National Weather Service requires one used forklift to replace existing equipment that is over 50 years old and difficult to service due to obsolete parts. The forklift must have fewer than 3,500 hours of use at the time of purchase and be capable of operating on various terrain types including pavement, gravel, and grass.

The forklift must meet specific technical requirements including a minimum lift capacity of 5,500 lbs, maximum wheelbase of 152 inches, maximum width of 80 inches, maximum height of 100 inches, minimum ground clearance of 10 inches, minimum lifting height of 10 feet, and minimum forward reach of 7 feet. The equipment must include a 4-foot by 6-foot work platform basket with quick attach design supporting up to 1,700 lbs. Powertrain specifications require a diesel engine with hydrostatic transmission preferred (automatic transmission acceptable), pneumatic tires, and 4-wheel drive with optional 4-wheel steering. Battery components must comply with Supply Chain Restrictions regarding critical minerals and foreign entities of concern. The forklift must include comprehensive cab safety features (ROPS/FOPS certified structure, seat belt, horn, safety strobe, rear view mirror, adjustable suspension seat, integrated armrest, backup alarm, LED lighting with turn signals, driver assistance system, integrated fork positioner, and multifunctional joystick) and an instrument panel with hour meter, backup alarm, fuel gauge, temperature gauge, speedometer, tachometer, and battery meter.

Delivery must be completed by September 30, 2026, to Sterling Field Support Center, 43741 Weather Service Road, Sterling, VA 20166. Shipping and delivery costs must be included in the quote. Deliverables include the used forklift meeting all specifications, operator and maintenance manual, warranty information, and availability of local service centers. The forklift requires a minimum one-year warranty covering service, parts, and materials from the date of acceptance. The National Weather Service point of contact is Jennifer Dover (jennifer.dover@noaa.gov).

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Statement of Work 142082-26-0306

Forklift

The National Weather Service requires One (1) Class 7 Telehandler Diesel forklift for use on various types of terrain including: pavement, gravel and grass. The objective of this project is to purchase a used forklift for the NWS Sterling Field Support Center. The forklift procured hours of use at the time of purchase must be below 3500 hours. The current forklift utilized by the facility is over 50 years old and has become difficult to service as some parts are obsolete.

Requirements:

The equipment requirements listed below shall all be met for the final acceptance of the equipment.

• Minimum lift capacity 5,500 lbs.

• Maximum wheelbase 152 inches

• Maximum machine width 80 inches

• Maximum machine height 100 inches

• Minimum ground clearance 10 inches

• Minimum lift capacity 5,500 lbs.

• Minimum Lifting height 10 feet

• Minimum forward reach 7 feet

Lift Platform:

Accessory shall include a work platform basket, fork mounted, size 4 foot by 6 foot. The lift platform shall lock into the telehandler forks with sturdy pins for easy, stable setup. It should have a quick attach design and support up to 1,700 lbs.

Powertrain:

• Diesel

• Hydrostatic transmission preferred; automatic transmission is acceptable.

• Pneumatic tires

• 4wd – optional 4-wheel steering

Battery:

• Must meet guidelines for Supply Chain Restrictions that restrict the procurement of vehicles or equipment containing batteries with critical minerals or components sourced from foreign entities of concern.

Cab Safety Features:

• Certified ROPS/FOPS structure

• Seat Belt

• Horn

• Safety strobe

• Rear view mirror

• Adjustable suspension seat

• Integrated arm rest

• Backup alarm

• Front and rear LED combination lighting with turn signals, visibility lights, and reverse lighting.

• Amber LED strobe light key switch activated

• Driver assistance system to notify drivers of potential risks or collisions

• Integrated fork positioner for fork repositioning (for example side shift/ spread/ tilt)

• Multifunctional joystick for load handling functions

Instrument Panel and Standard Features:

• Hour meter

• Backup alarm

• Fuel gauge

• Temperature Gauge

• Speedometer

• Tachometer

• Battery Meter

Period of Performance:

• Delivery shall be completed by September 30, 2026

Shipping

• Shipping/delivery costs shall be included in the quote.

Deliverables:

A used forklift that meets the specified requirements Operator and maintenance manual Warranty and availability of local service centers

Warranty

• Minimum 1 year service, parts, and material from the date of acceptance

Delivery:

Sterling Field Support Center 43741 Weather Service Rd Sterling VA, 20166

National Weather Service POC:

Jennifer Dover jennifer.dover@noaa.gov

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