Forklift for District 3

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) has issued a competitive bid for the procurement of a hydraulic forklift for District 3 Shop, located in Morris County, Kansas. The solicitation seeks a new, current model forklift with specific technical requirements, including an LP-fueled engine with a minimum of 60 net horsepower, a 9,000-pound lift capacity, and a 3-stage cylinder lift height of at least 13 feet. The forklift must feature power steering, hydraulic brakes, and a mechanical parking brake, with bidders required to provide complete specifications and literature with their proposal. The bid event is open from March 25, 2025, to April 30, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST, with delivery expected by May 5, 2025. Evaluation criteria include compliance with detailed technical specifications, warranty coverage (minimum one-year standard factory warranty), and adherence to state regulations. Bidders must submit a complete bid package, including a current Tax Clearance Certificate and specific state-required forms.

The procurement allows political subdivisions to utilize the contract, with no additional charges permitted for using a state Procurement Card. There are no specific set-aside designations mentioned for disadvantaged enterprises, but bidders must comply with anti-discrimination laws and various state requirements, including Immigration Reform and Control, Sexual Harassment, and Boycott of Israel provisions. While no incumbent vendors are listed, the state reserves the right to accept or reject any bid and may set off contractor payments against outstanding state debts. The bid will be conducted using US dollars, with no alternative currency accepted. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the procurement is for a single forklift (Equipment #532-5015), with shipping specified as FOB Destination, Prepaid and Allowed, meaning the delivery cost is included in the bid price. Potential bidders must register as a state vendor and obtain an official invitation at least 24 hours before the bid closing.