Wheelchair Lift

The City of Phoenix is seeking to procure a single vertical portable wheelchair lift for the Phoenix Convention Center through a Request for Quotation (RFQ-PCC-26-0103) released on September 30, 2025. The lift must provide accessibility to performance riser stages for individuals with mobility challenges, specifically designed to pass through a 36-inch doorway and capable of lifting between 12 and 54 inches with a minimum weight capacity of 750 pounds. Critical technical requirements include 120VAC power, a black powder-coated frame, comprehensive safety features such as full-perimeter guards, safety skirting, gate interlocks, and an emergency stop button. The solicitation's key dates include October 8, 2025, as the deadline for questions, with final proposals due on October 21, 2025, at 10:30 am. The wheelchair lift must seamlessly integrate with existing stage equipment, be aesthetically pleasing, and meet ADA accommodation standards, with the delivery destination set at 150 North 5th Street, Phoenix, Arizona.

The procurement includes specific provisions for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and small business participation, requiring contractors to track and report DBE engagement through the City's Certification and Compliance System. Contractors must demonstrate good faith efforts to solicit services from small and disadvantaged businesses, utilizing city and federal databases to identify potential DBE partners. The City reserves the right to purchase additional quantities up to 100 percent of the specified amount. Vendor submissions must include documentation of DBE participation, with monthly reporting requirements and an annual Small Business Participation Plan. The contract will be subject to City Council award and will become effective upon signature and recording by the City Clerk's department, with an anticipated commencement date of January 1, 2026. The successful vendor must provide a warranty of 1 year for manufacturing and 5 years for parts, and comply with extensive nondiscrimination and civil rights requirements outlined in the supplemental terms and conditions.