# CROWN - FC5715-40 4,000 LB. CAPICITY, 4-WHEEL, Electric SIT-DOWN COUNTERBALANCE TRUCK

Canonical: https://abierto.us/opportunities/6973gh26q00084

- Solicitation number: 6973GH-26-Q-00084
- Notice type: Solicitation
- Status: Awarded to Aviate Enterprises, Inc.
- Department: Department of Transportation
- Agency: Federal Aviation Administration
- Contracting office: 6973GH Franchise Acquisition SVCS (6973GH)
- NAICS: 333924 Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing
- Product or service code: 3930 Warehouse Truck and Tractors, Self-Propelled
- Set-aside: Total small business set-aside
- Place of performance: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- City: Oklahoma City. https://abierto.us/cities/oklahoma-city-ok-4055000
- First posted: April 24, 2026
- Last posted: April 24, 2026
- SAM.gov: https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/926037f7532241078144a7f736d8945a/view

## Description

This description summarizes the requirements for a high-performance, electric sit-down forklift and its supporting infrastructure to ensure a competitive and fair bidding process.

**Equipment and Performance Specifications Vehicle Type:** 4-wheel electric sit-down counterbalanced forklift with a minimum 4,000 lb. lifting capacity.

**Mast Assembly:** Triple-stage mast with a maximum lift height of approximately 188", a collapsed height of 83", and a minimum free lift of 32".

**Hydraulics and Attachment:** Integrated high-visibility sideshifting fork positioner. 48" standard forks on a 38" wide carriage. Two-function auxiliary hydraulics (4-lever/spool) with internal carriage plumbing.

**Drivetrain and Steering:** AC traction and hydraulic motors with on-demand electric steering and a specialized cooling package for high-demand (dock) performance.

**Tires:** Non-marking lugged cushion rubber tires on both drive and steer axles.

**Power System and Charging Battery:** 36V Lead Acid battery (min. 1100AH) equipped with a wireless battery monitoring system (e.g., WiiQ or equivalent) to track health and cycles.

**Charger:** High-efficiency, 3-phase high-frequency charger (208/240V) compatible with the specified battery and monitoring system.

**Configuration:** Lift-out battery removal with standard door retainers and safety cutoff switches.

**Ergonomics and Safety Operator Compartment:** Full-suspension vinyl seat with high-visibility orange seatbelt, integrated armrest with fingertip bionic controls, and dual square plastic mirrors.

**Safety Features:** Smart reverse travel alarm, forward and reverse blue floor spotlights, and LED front worklights mounted to the overhead guard.

**Accessories:** Includes an operator cooling fan and "Work Assist" storage bins/trays.

**Fleet Management and Telematics System:** Integrated fleet management hardware with a minimum 7” touchscreen display.

**Subscription:** 60-month service contract for wireless monitoring, impact sensing, and operator checklists. The vendor is responsible for all initial activation and service fees associated with the 5-year term.

**Logistics and Support Delivery:** Inclusive of freight to Oklahoma City, OK, local dealer delivery, and professional assembly.

**Compliance:** Units must undergo a comprehensive "Pre-Flight" dealer inspection and safety test prior to handover.

## Award on USAspending

- Recipient: Aviate Enterprises, Inc. (UEI XZ2XCSGEQME5)
- Contract: 6973GH26C00117, definitive contract
- Obligated: $66,739.04
- Competition: Competed Under SAP, 8 offers received
- Link: solicitation number 6973GH26Q00084 equals the FPDS solicitation identifier; same awarding office 6973GH (high confidence)
- Record: https://www.usaspending.gov/award/CONT_AWD_6973GH26C00117_6920_-NONE-_-NONE-/


## Publications

- April 24, 2026: Solicitation, due May 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM EDT. Notice 926037f7532241078144a7f736d8945a. https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/926037f7532241078144a7f736d8945a/view

## Points of contact

- Edward Wright, edward.b.wright@faa.gov, 4059540693

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