Forklift Rental - 6000lbs

PEARL HARBOR NAVAL SHIPYARD & INTERMEDIATE MAINTENANCE FACILITY (PHNSY&IMF) FORKLIFT RENTAL SERVICES 1.0 BACKGROUND: Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard & IMF (PHNSY&IMF), a naval industrial facility located on the island of Oahu, Hawaii, maintains, overhauls, and repairs various vessels for the US Navy. Over 5,200 military and civilian personnel work to keep the US Navy “Fit to Fight”. Forklift availability is crucial to ensure the completion of day to day activities within the Shipyard to support the Fleet. 2.0 SCOPE OF WORK/OBJECTIVE: PHNSY&IMF seeks the rental of four (4) forklifts during the Base Period for Twelve (12) months, with a six (6) month option period to support operational duties within the shipyard. The Contractor shall provide all maintenance, repairs, and support necessary to ensure continuous safe operation throughout the rental period. 3.0 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS a. OSHA standards for powered industrial trucks (29 CFR 1910.178) b. Manufacturer safety and maintenance requirements c. State and local transportation and delivery regulations 4.0 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS: a. Forklift Specifications: BASE PERIOD (12 MONTHS) Estimated Period of Performance: June 2026 to May 2027 QUANTITY TYPE FUEL TYPE TIRE TYPE FOUR (4) Class 5, Lift Code 4, Internal combustion (LPG), counterbalanced forklift truck, standard 4 ft tines, Tonnage 3Ton or greater, with Safe working load lift capacity of 6000 lb.-7000lb PROPANE (LPG) AIR-FILLED OR SOLID PNEUMATIC OPTION PERIOD (6 MONTHS) Estimated Period of Performance: June 2027 to December 2027 -- 1 of 9 -- FOUR (4) Class 5, Lift Code 4, Internal combustion (LPG), counterbalanced forklift truck, standard 4 ft tines, Tonnage 3Ton or greater, with Safe working load lift capacity of 6000 lb.-7000lb PROPANE (LPG) AIR-FILLED OR SOLID PNEUMATIC b. The contractor shall provide the following: 1. Ensure the provided equipment is delivered in good working order, free of defects, and maintained in a safe, fully operational condition throughout the period of performance. 2. All safety features, including horns, lights, and back-up alarms, must be functional at all times. 3. Unlimited hourly usage. 4. Propane tanks as required. 5. Current inspection and maintenance records. c. Delivery and Removal 1. Deliver the equipment to PHNSY & IMF (exact location will be provided after award) prior to the start of the contract base period. 2. The Contractor shall remove the equipment within two (2) working days following the conclusion of the final contract performance period. 3. For delivery and removal within the Controlled Industrial Area (CIA) the contractor will coordinate with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and Technical Point of Contact (TPOC). 4. If the contractor fails to meet removal deadlines, including but not limited to paragraphs 4.c, 4.d, and 4.e, the Government assumes no liability for damages incurred while relocating the forklifts at its convenience. d. PHNSY & IMF will conduct the following pre-use inspections: 1. Tires and Rims. Visually inspect readily accessible areas of tires for excessive wear and damage. Visually Inspect readily accessible areas of the rims for dents, bends, and cracks. -- 2 of 9 -- 2. Engine Oil and Fluid Leaks. Visually check readily accessible areas for apparent engine oil, hydraulic, transmission and brake fluid leaks. 3. Radiator Coolant Leaks. Visually check readily accessible areas for apparent radiator coolant leaks. 4. Battery. Visually check accessible portions of the battery and the battery cables for apparent damage, cuts and abrasions. Visually verify that the accessible portion of cables appear to be free of corrosion, verdigris, arcing, pitting, exposed conductor material, and loose connections. 5. Fuel System. Visually inspect the visually accessible portions of fuel system area for any apparent leaks or any abnormal odors. 6. Unusual Engine Noises. Start engine, should any unusual noises be noted with the engine running, turn off Material Handling Equipment (MHE), reject and discontinue this check. 7. Lights. Check that the headlights, brake lights, and any other installed lights are working. All lights must operate properly. 8. Horn. Depress the horn push button to verify that the horn is operating properly. 9. Hoist. Raise and lower hoist to verify the hoist assembly and controls operate smoothly. Inspect all visually accessible hoses for cracked coverings or apparent leaks. 10. Tilt and Side Shift. Tilt forward and backward to verify the tilt operates smoothly. Operate side shift to verify the carriage moves immediately and smoothly to the left and the right. Inspect all visually accessible hoses for cracked coverings or apparent leaks. 11. Transmission/Clutch. Verify that the transmission/clutch operates smoothly with no unusual noises. Verify that the parking brake is set and that no one is in front of or behind the MHE. A periodic check can be made by attempting to stall the engine with the directional control lever in either the forward or reverse position. If the engine starts, the MHE shall be rejected. 12. Directional Controls. Shift directional controls into forward, neutral and reverse directions to verify the MHE operates properly and smoothly. 13. Brake System Check. With the parking brake engaged, attempt to drive MHE forward by applying a moderate amount of power to the MHE and verify that it does not move. Visually inspect that no fluid is leaking from the brake system. Check the service brakes to verify they stop the MHE smoothly and evenly without pulling or binding. Where applicable, check the dead-man brake or travel control disconnect -- 3 of 9 -- device for proper operation. 14. Gauges/Meters. Where applicable, inspect the following: a. Warning Indicators. With the engine running at normal operating temperature, check the oil pressure gauge for normal operating pressure. If any warning indicator lights signal a malfunction, the MHE shall be rejec…