New/Unused All Electric Wheeled Front Loader

Background
The Township of Franklin, located in Somerset County, New Jersey, is seeking bids for the procurement of a New/Unused All Electric Wheeled Front Loader. This initiative aims to enhance the operational capabilities of the township's municipal services by acquiring modern and efficient equipment.

Work Details
The contract requires the provision of a New/Unused All Electric Wheeled Front Loader that meets specific operational and performance standards. Key specifications include:
- Overall length with bucket: 29’5”
- Wheelbase: 11’
- Minimum ground clearance: 1’4”
- Overall height: 11’2”
- Overall height with bucket raised: 17’12”
- Overall width over bucket: 9’10”
- Maximum dumping height: 11’
- Angle of articulation: 35 degrees

Operational requirements include:
- Operating weight: 39,242 lbs
- Rated load: 12,125 lbs
- Bucket capacity: 4.2 cubic yards
- Dumping distance: 4’8”
- Breakout force: 180 lb/ft
- Maximum gradeability: 30%
- Lifting time: 6 seconds

Driving specifications include:
- Forward speeds of up to 22 MPH and reverse speed of up to 8 MPH.
- Hydraulic load sensing steering system and four-wheel drive.

Battery specifications must include:
- Lithium Ferrosphosphate battery with a capacity of Ah/kWh 603/350 and a voltage of 580V.

Additional features required are:
- Rear camera, charging port, electric charger, and sound levels not exceeding specified dBa levels.

Period of Performance
The contract will be effective for two years from the date of award unless otherwise noted in the specifications.

Place of Performance
The delivery location for the equipment will be specified by the Township of Franklin at the time of order.

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must comply with several requirements including submission of a Statement Of Ownership Disclosure, Non-Collusion Affidavit, New Jersey Business Registration Certificate prior to award, and evidence of EEO/Affirmative Action compliance. Bidders are also required to provide three references for similar projects and must ensure that their facility can service and perform warranty repairs within a specified radius.