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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Report - May 16, 1990 (74)COUNCIL COMMUNICATION TO: THE CITY tWKIL. COUNCIL MEETING DATE NO. FROM: THE CITY ER'S OFFICE MAY 16, 1990 SUBJECT: SPECIFIWI NS AND ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR 10,000 -LB. CAPACITY FORKLIFT RECOMMMEb ACTION: That the City Council approve the specifications and alit or ze advertisement for bids for the purchase of one 10,000=pound capacity forklift for use at the Municipal Service Center. BACKWUND_INFORMATION: The existing higher -capacity lift at MSC is T-1961 1961 Moline,' purchased used by the Ci -.y in December, 1974, and having a1. rated capacity of 6,000 pounds. Because of its age, repair parts are incr6d§ih§ly harder to find, and extended periods of downtime are becoming more frequent. Additidnally, because of its capacity limitation, it is unable to handle the larger transformers and vaults that are being purchased for use id the City's electrical distribution system. The vidw forklift would be used to handle materials and equipment weighinU over 3,000 pounds, the rated capacity of the smaller lift at MSC. In addition to transformers and vaults, cable reels, metalclad switcNUear, units of crossarms, pallets of paint for streets, and bins of scrap metal all exceed 3,000 pounds in weight. The estimated cost of this equipment is 535,000, the amount of which has been included in the 1989/90 budget. If this recommendation is approved, the bid opening would be scheduled for May 30, 1990. uld, el Harris, Purchasing officer cc: Electric Utility Director Assistant Electric Utility Director Superintendent, Building & Vehicle Maintenance SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1031000# CAPACITY FORKLIFT General Instructions: All equipment listed as standard by the manufacturer for the model quoted shall be furnished whether or not such equipment is detailed herein. Exception: vendor shall not furnish standard items replaced by specific optional equipment. Only models in current production will be accepted. The forklift and all equipment furnished therewith shall be in compliance with all applicahle provisions of the California Vehicle Code, and with all provisions of the State of California, Divi -ion of Industrial Safety and Cal/OSHA. The unit shall be delivered completely assembled and ready to operate. Upon delivery, it shall be the supplier's responsibility to provide any evidence necessary that the product fully meets the requirements of this specification. The component parts of the lift shall be of proper size and design to safely withstand maximum stresses imposed by a ca- pacity load, and the manufacturer's rated loads for axles and bearinas must not be exceeded when lift is loaded with such capacity loads. Prior to delivery, the lift must be completely serviced with factory - prescribed pre -delivery service. The crankcase, transmission, and differential must be filled to factory -recommended capacities, and fuel tank must contain at least five gallons of fuel. Lift and all compo- nents shall operate conforming to factory intent and in good factory - dealer practice. Lift is to be covered by factory, 12 -month parts and labor warranty. All defects shall be corrected by successful bidder or any factory - authorized dealer for that lift under standard factory warranty. Bids will be considered only on equipment represented by a reliable California firm, carrying an adequate supply of replacement parts in the State. Successful bidder shall furnish, at no charge, two Operator Manuals, two Replacement Parts Catalogs, and two Shop Repair Overhaul Manuals for equipment that is furnished. Original Dealer's Report of Sale, or Manufacturer's St;:te of Origin, or Hill of Sale and Weight Certificate and Factory Warranty Guarantee must be furnished to the City at the time equipment is delivered. Final acceptance of the unit for conformance with the specifications will be made only in the Municipal Service Center yard. S-1 The apparent silence of this specification or supplemental specifica- tion as to any detail, or the apparent omission from it of any detailed description concerning any point, shall be regarded as meaning that only the best commercial practice is to prevail, and that only materi- als and workmanship of first quality are to be used. Any and all deviations to any of the requirements of this specification shall be stated on the returned bid. Unless so stated by the bidder, the City shall assume that all requirements have been met and shall hold bidder to each and every part of the specification. The manufacturer's name and model number must be shown on the bid in the designated place; however, that information 4s not sufficient evidence that the bidder is making an exception. If no exception or deviations are shown, equipment shall be furnished as specified herein. Bidder shall submit current literature and specifications o. equipment bid. S-2 AS SPECIFIED EXCEPTIONS Cannacity Load capacity shall be not less than 10,000 pounds at 24" load center. Eine Engine shall be LPG fueled and the manufacturer's standard for model unit supplied, with not less than 4 cylinders, displacement of not less than 236 cu. in., and a rated output of not less than 63 HP. Transmission Powershift transmission, with a minimum of one speed forward and one speed reverse. Brakes Foot -operated hydraulic service brakes, hand -operated mechanical parking brakes. Optional item: Micro -lock mechanism - Bidder to provide details of micro -lock braking system added to equipment proposed. Wheels & Tires Heavy-duty irlustrial type, of size and design recommended by manufacturer for the lift described in these specifications. Number of front drive wheels: 2 (1 each side). Number of rear wheels: 2. Pneumatic -type tires. Outside Turning Radius: 120 inches maximum Overall Width: 60 inches maximum Electrical: 12 -volt negative ground, 12 -volt maintenance - free battery with a minimum 450 CCR rating. Operator Position: Rider seated. Q Minimim Standard lift: 132 inches. F 3 Free lift: 4.5" to 6.5" Forks•(Minimum Dimensions) - 2" x 6" x 56" Vendor indicate: Proposed lift equipped with _" x _" x Tilt Range - (Degrees - Minimum Tilt): 6 ferward, 10 back. Side Shift Option: Bidder to provide details of side shift capabilities. on equipment proposed.