Kern County - Quotation Request #PR2702791 Electric Counterbalanced Forklift - 2026
Kern CountyCounty · Kern County, CA- Due
- Oct 28, 2026
- 11 days left
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
- Primary contact
- Lionel Gonzalez
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Kern County is soliciting quotations for a new and unused, most current model electric sit-down counterbalanced forklift. Interested bidders must print, review, complete, and return completed specifications with their bid response. Quotation responses may be submitted online via Public Purchase or as sealed bids delivered to Kern County Purchasing by 11:00 a.m. PST on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. Written questions regarding product specifications are due by Monday, October 26, 2026.
Electric Sit-Down Counterbalanced Forklift
SUMMARY
Kern County is soliciting quotations for a new and unused, most current model electric sit-down counterbalanced forklift.
Interested bidders must print, review, complete, and return completed specifications with their bid response. Quotation responses may be submitted online via Public Purchase or as sealed bids delivered to Kern County Purchasing by 11:00 a.m. PST on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. Written questions regarding product specifications are due by Monday, October 26, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Electric Sit-Down Counterbalanced Forklift
- Submit to
- https://www.publicpurchase.com/gems/kern,ca/bid/bidView?bidId=216858
- Scope location
- Bakersfield, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Quote from Kern County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 28, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.publicpurchase.com/gems/kern,ca/bid/bidView?bidId=216858. For questions, contact Lionel Gonzalez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Quote?
Most government agencies, including Kern County in CA, 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 Quote 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 Lionel Gonzalez. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Electric Sit-Down Counterbalanced Forklift. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Kern County?
All active and historical solicitations from Kern County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Kern County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 28, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Quote?
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. Review the full document from Kern County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bakersfield, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.