Forklift Purchase

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is requesting quotations for one electric forklift and one heavy-duty fork-mounted trailer spotter for a new law enforcement warehouse facility in Orange County, with quotes due September 16, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. A 5% preference is available for California-certified small businesses or non-small businesses claiming at least 25% certified small business subcontractor participation.

The forklift must be a 2026 or current-year model electric unit with 4,000-pound load capacity, 36-volt battery system, minimum 168-inch mast extended height, power steering, suspension seat with restraint system, audible back-up alarm, LED lighting, and fire extinguisher. The trailer spotter must feature 48-inch deep fork pockets, weigh 127–130 pounds, and comply with OSHA and ANSI regulations. All equipment must be new, latest-model production units with full manufacturer specifications compliance; any deviations result in disqualification. Delivery must be completed within 120 days after order receipt to 10551 Humbolt Street, Los Alamitos, California 90720.

Pricing must be quoted all-inclusive, F.O.B. Destination Freight Prepaid with no additional charges permitted after award. The State will evaluate bids on an "all or none" basis, by individual group, or by line item, awarding to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Quotes must remain valid for a minimum of 60 days after issuance.

Bidders must provide a California seller's permit number and submit the Darfur Contracting Act Certification Form, Payee Data Record Form (STD. 204), Bidder Declaration Form (DFW 1082), Postconsumer-Content Certification Form, and Commercially Useful Function Certification if applicable. Written questions are due September 8, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., with State responses by 5:00 p.m. on September 11, 2026. Quote opening occurs at 3:00 p.m. on September 16, 2026.