City of Monroe Diesel Rough-Terrain Forklift or Telehandler Bid 2026
City of MonroeCity · Monroe, NC- Due
- Sep 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Shirley Butterick
- (704) 282-4634
The 30-second brief
The City of Monroe is soliciting sealed bids for the purchase of one (1) new 2025 or newer diesel-powered rough-terrain/all-terrain forklift or telehandler equipped with forks. The required machine must have a minimum 10,000-lb. rated capacity at a 24-inch load center, a minimum lift height of 186 inches, 4WD, and large pneumatic tires suitable for gravel and uneven outdoor surfaces. Bidders must provide manufacturer specifications, load charts, warranty details (minimum 3 years or 4,000 hours), and a total delivered price excluding sales tax but including freight and commissioning. Bids are due by 9:00 AM Eastern Time on September 21, 2026, and will be publicly opened at the City of Monroe Energy Services facility. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder considering quality, performance, and delivery time.
Proposal form, Manufacturer specifications, Load charts, Warranty terms, Delivery lead time, Total delivered price
Lowest responsible bidder, quality, performance, delivery time
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Summary
The City of Monroe is soliciting sealed bids for the purchase of one (1) new 2025 or newer diesel-powered rough-terrain/all-terrain forklift or telehandler equipped with forks.
The required machine must have a minimum 10,000-lb. rated capacity at a 24-inch load center, a minimum lift height of 186 inches, 4WD, and large pneumatic tires suitable for gravel and uneven outdoor surfaces. Bidders must provide manufacturer specifications, load charts, warranty details (minimum 3 years or 4,000 hours), and a total delivered price excluding sales tax but including freight and commissioning. Bids are due by 9:00 AM Eastern Time on September 21, 2026, and will be publicly opened at the City of Monroe Energy Services facility. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder considering quality, performance, and delivery time.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Lowest responsible bidder
- Quality
- Performance
- Delivery time
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Proposal form
- Manufacturer specifications
- Load charts
- Warranty terms
- Delivery lead time
- Total delivered price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Proposal page
- Manufacturer specification sheet
- Load chart
- Submit to
- City of Monroe, 2125 Walkup Ave., Monroe, NC 28110
- Scope location
- Monroe, NC
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Monroe?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 21, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Monroe, 2125 Walkup Ave., Monroe, NC 28110. For questions, contact Shirley Butterick.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Monroe in NC, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Shirley Butterick at (704) 282-4634. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Proposal form, Manufacturer specifications, Load charts, Warranty terms, Delivery lead time, Total delivered price. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsible bidder, quality, performance, delivery time" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Monroe?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Monroe are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Monroe regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Proposal page, manufacturer specification sheet, load chart. Review the full document from City of Monroe for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Monroe, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.