Forklifts - Department of Corrections

The State of Missouri Department of Corrections is conducting a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the procurement of three specific forklifts across multiple correctional facilities. The solicitation seeks one Tri-Wheel Electric Forklift for the Central Region Commodity Warehouse in Jefferson City, another Tri-Wheel Electric Forklift for the Eastern Region Commodity Warehouse in Bonne Terre, and a Standup Reach Forklift for the Women's Eastern Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center in Vandalia. Specific brand references include Yale G807-ERP040VT, Yale ERP040VT, and Hyster N35ZRS2 models or equivalent alternatives. The RFP was posted on December 13, 2017, with proposals due by January 5, 2018, at 2:00 PM CST. The contract period will run for six months from the date of award, with delivery terms specified as Free On Board Destination and payment terms set at Net 45 Days. Vendors must complete and submit Exhibit A, which includes pricing pages and confirmation of meeting all mandatory requirements and specifications.

The solicitation appears to be open to all vendors without specific set-aside designations or restrictions on organizational types. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the documentation. Vendors can submit proposals either electronically through the MissouriBUYS system or as hard copies to the Division of Purchasing. While no estimated total value is provided in the solicitation documents, the contract will be awarded to the lowest and best bidder that meets all mandatory requirements. The RFP does not specify any funding sources or budget ranges, and there are no indications of integration requirements with existing infrastructure or technology. The procurement contact is listed as Kristina Cramer at the Division of Purchasing, and vendors are solely responsible for ensuring timely submission and complete documentation.