Closed Solicitation · DEPT OF DEFENSE
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The Department of Defense is seeking proposals for 48 Volt Forklift Batteries, specifically models 24-85-15 and 24-85-17, which must meet stringent specifications for compatibility, performance, and safety. The batteries must be manufactured in the U.S. and comply with various industry standards. Interested vendors should ensure they meet all outlined requirements and provide a minimum 5-year warranty.
Item 1 - 48 Volt Forklift Batteries, model 24-85-15 Salient Characteristics: 1. General Requirements - Battery must be fully compatible with Hyster E40XN electric forklift specifications.; Meet battery model 24-85-15 specifications; Battery must be manufactured in the United States.; Battery must meet or exceed OEM performance standards for voltage, capacity, and physical dimensions.; Battery must be suitable for Class I electric forklift applications.; 2. Electrical Performance Specifications -System Voltage: 48V, Mandatory for OEM controller compatibility.; Cell Count: 24 LEAD-Acid Cells (Exact), Standard 2V per cell configuration.; Plate Configuration: 15 plates per cell (Equivalent), Ensures proper energy density and heat dissipation.; Rated Capacity (6-hour): 590 Ah Minimum - 610 Ah Maximum, Mates the standard 85 Ah per positive plate requirement. Must support full shift operation under normal warehouse conditions.; Cycle life Yield: 1,500 cycles at 80% DoD Minimum, Baseline durability for DoW operational tempo.; Charging Compatibility: Must be compatible with standard 48V industrial chargers; vendor must specify charger requirements if unique.; 3. Dimensional Tolerances and Form Factor - Tray Length: 34.50 in. ? 35.50 in.; Tray Width: 26.50 in. ? 27.25 in.; Tray Height (No Cover): 22.00 in. ? 22.75 in.; Total Height Clearance: Must not exceed 23.50in. Maximum, Accounts for optional battery rollers in the E40XN.; 4. Weight and Counterweight Requirements - Weight: 1,850 lbs. (839 kg) Minimum ? 2,500 lbs. (1,134kg) Maximum.; Target Service Weight: 2,300 lbs. ? 2,400 lbs., Optimal range for standard 24-85-15 lead-acid configurations.; 5. Hardware and Accessory Standardization - Connector Type: SB350 Blue, OEM specification mandates an SB350 Blue connector. Vendor must verify exact match prior to delivery.; Cable Length: 25.0 in. Minimum ? 30.0 in. Maximum.; Cable Routing: Position B or Position X layout.; Watering System: Factory-installed single-point watering system, Mandatory.; Lifting Provisions: Welded steel lifting ears/eyes compatible with standard overhead hoists.; 6. Construction and Design Requirements - Tray Construction: Heavy-duty steel tray, Minimum 10-gauge to 0.25-in. steel plate.; Tray Coating: Acid-resistant, electrostatically applied epoxy or powder-coat finish (Minimum 3 mil thickness) to prevent corrosion.; Cell Connectors: Flexible, fully insulated heavy-duty copper intercell connectors (Lead-burned or bolted). Must be protected against accidental short circuits.; Cabling: 4/0 AWG or 2/0 AWG highly flexible welding-grade copper cable, covered with acid and oil-resistant insulation. Must meet OSHA and ANSI safety requirements.; Cell Jars: High-impact, heat-resistant polypropylene or equivalent polymer construction to prevent cracking.; Electrolyte: Flooded lead acid or maintenance reduced design (if applicable); Vent Caps: Standard or Flip-top; Condition: New; 7. Mandatory Compliance - OSHA 1910.178(g) Compliance: The battery design must facilitate safe changing and charging as per Powered Industrial Truck standards, including secure covers and venting to disperse off gassing (hydrogen) safely.; ANSI/ITSDF B56.1 Compatibility: The batteries weight and center of gravity must not alter the Hyster E40XNs compliance with the Safety Standard for Low Lift and High Lift Trucks.; Lifting Provision: Must feature structurally integrated, fully welded steel lifting ears (lifting eyes) that accommodate standard non-conductive spreader bars and overhead hoists.; UL 583 Standard: The battery assembly must meet or exceed Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Standard 583 for Electric-Battery-Powered Industrial Trucks.; 8. Mandatory Warranty and Certification - U.S. Manufacturing Origin Required: The vendor must provide a formal Certificate of Origin verifying that the battery is manufactured/assembled in the United States, in compliance with the Buy American Act (BAA) / Trade Agreements Act (TAA).; Minimum 5-Year Prorated Warranty: The manufacturer must provide a minimum 60-month (5-year) prorated warranty from the date of final acceptance.; Defects and Workmanship: The warranty must explicitly cover all defects in materials and workmanship. The vendor must replace or repair failing cells/components at no additional cost during the initial full-coverage period, and on a prorated basis thereafter. Item 2 - 48 Volt Forklift Batteries, model 24-85-17 Salient Characteristics: 1. General Must Requirements - Must be fully compatible with Crown FC4510 40 (FC 4500 Series) electric forklift specifications.; Must meet battery model 24-85-17 specifications; Must be manufactured in the United States.; Must meet or exceed OEM performance standards for voltage, capacity, physical dimensions, and operation expectations.; Must be suitable for Class I sit-down counterbalance electric forklift applications.; 2. Electrical Performance Specifications - System Voltage: 48V, Mandatory for OEM controller compatibility.; Cell Count: 24 Lead-Acid Cells (Exact), Standard 2V per cell configuration.; Plate Configuration: 17 plates per cell (Equivalent), 8 positive, 9 negative plates to ensure proper energy density.; Rated Capacity (6-hour): 670Ah Minimum - 690 Ah Maximum, Mates the standard 85 Ah per positive plate requirement.; Cycle life Yield: 1,500 cycles at 80% DoD Minimum, Baseline durability for DoW operational tempo.; Charging Compatibility: Must be compatible with standard 48V industrial chargers, vendor must specify charger requirements if unique.; 3. Dimensional Tolerances and Form Factor - Tray Length: 38 in. ? 39 in.; Tray Width: 26.5 in. ? 27.25 in.; Tray Height (No Cover): 22 in. ? 23 in.; Total Height Clearance: Must not exceed 23.00 in. To ensure the battery does not impede the Crown FC seat deck/hood closure.; 4. Weight and Counterweight Requirements - Weight: 2,580 lbs. (1,170 kg) Minimum ? 3,200 lbs. (1,451kg) Maximum.; Target Service Weight: 2,600 lbs. ? 2,750 lbs., Optimal range for standard 24-85-17 lead-acid configurations.; 5. Hardware and Accessory Standardization - Connector Type: SBE 320 Blue, OEM specifications highlight the use of a SBE 320 Blue connector. Vendor must verify Crown-specific connector match prior to delivery.; Cable Length: 15 in. Minimum ? 20 in. Maximum.; Cable Routing: Position A or Position X layout.; Watering System: Factory-installed single-point watering system, (Mandatory; Flow-Rite or equivalent).; 6. Construction and Design Requirements - Tray Construction: Heavy-duty steel tray, Minimum 10-gauge to 0.25-in. steel plate.; Tray Coating: Acid-resistant, electrostatically applied epoxy or powder-coat finish (Minimum 3 mil thickness) to prevent corrosion.; Cell Connectors: Flexible, fully insulated heavy-duty copper intercell connectors. Must be protected against accidental short circuits.; Cabling: 4/0 AWG or 2/0 AWG highly flexible welding-grade copper cable, covered with acid and oil-resistant insulation. Must meet OSHA and ANSI safety requirements.; Cell Jars: High-impact, heat-resistant polypropylene or equivalent polymer construction to prevent cracking.; Electrolyte: Flooded lead acid or maintenance reduced design (if applicable); Vent Caps: Standard or Flip-top; Condition: New; 7. Mandatory Compliance - OSHA 1910.178(g) Compliance: The battery design must facilitate safe changing and charging as per Powered Industrial Truck standards, including secure covers and venting to disperse off gassing (hydrogen) safely.; ANSI/ITSDF B56.1 Compatibility: The batteries weight and center of gravity must not alter the Hyster E40XNs compliance with the Safety Standard for Low Lift and High Lift Trucks.; Lifting Provision: Must feature structurally integrated, fully welded steel lifting ears (lifting eyes) that accommodate standard non-conductive spreader bars and overhead hoists.; UL 583 Standard: The battery assembly must meet or exceed Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Standard 583 for Electric-Battery-Powered Industrial Trucks.; 8. Mandatory Warranty and Certification - U.S. Manufacturing Origin Required: The vendor must provide a formal Certificate of Origin verifying that the battery is manufactured/assembled in the United States, in compliance with the Buy American Act(BAA) / Trade Agreements Act (TAA).; Minimum 5-Year Prorated Warranty: The manufacturer must provide a minimum 60-month (5-year) prorated warranty from the date of final acceptance.; Defects and Workmanship: The warranty must explicitly cover all defects in materials and workmanship. The vendor must replace or repair failing cells/components at no additional cost during the initial full-coverage period, and on a prorated basis thereafter; Shipping Information: Tooele Army Depot, 1Tooele Army Depot, Building 503, Tooele, Utah 84074.
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