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39 -- ROUGH TERRAIN FORK LIFT SOL 15-4431-99-RFQ DUE 092499 POC Point of Contact -- Contact, Ms. Terry A. Krutz, Contracting Officer, (601) 686-5361 The U.S. Department of Agriculture intends to procure a 1999 Model Fork Lift for Rough Terrain Use (CASE 588G) or an equal product. The specifications as a minimum are: lift capacity: 8,000 lbs max at 24" load center; lift height: 20' min; overall height with mast in "down" position: 10'5"; drive type: 2 wheel drive; engine: 239 cui (3.92L); horsepower: 75; brakes: power (disc); steering: power; mast tilt: 45 deg forward, 15 deg rear; side shift: 3" from center; rear turning: zero tail swing; tires (front): tractor type, pneumatic for outdoor terrain; tires (rear): 10 ply. Offerors offering "equals" should submit descriptive literature for evaluation. An RFQ will be issued on or about September 2, 1999. All requests for bid package must be submitted in writing, faxed to (662) 686-5373 or by electronic mail to: KRUTZT@ARS.USDA.GOV. No calls will be accepted. (AC0813024-01) Posted 08/16/99 (I-SN368449). (0228)

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