Levy County Transit Forklift

Levy County is inviting qualified vendors to submit sealed electronic bids for the purchase and delivery of a single new forklift that meets specific performance and safety criteria. The successful bidder will provide a LP‑gas powered forklift with a minimum 5,000 lb lifting capacity, 24‑inch load center, pneumatic tires, and an audible backup alarm, and will deliver the equipment to the County’s designated location in Bronson, FL within 60 calendar days of order issuance. The bid must be an all‑inclusive, firm price covering equipment, accessories, transportation, taxes, and any other costs, and the County will award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. • Minimum lift capacity: 5,000 lb; load center: 24 in. • Power: LP‑gas; tires: pneumatic, air‑filled. • Fork dimensions: 48 in. × 5 in. × 16 in. • Delivery deadline: within 60 days of purchase order. • All costs (equipment, freight, taxes, warranty documentation, etc.) must be included in the bid. • Bid submission deadline: 9:00 am, November 16, 2026 (electronic via OpenGov). • Award announcement: December 1, 2026 at County Commission meeting. • Mandatory warranty documentation and acceptance inspection required.