RFQ #SHARC-650-A - FORKLIFT MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, AND SERVICE

The County of Riverside Purchasing Department, on behalf of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office (RSO) Coroner-Public Administrator Bureau, is soliciting quotations for overall forklift maintenance as detailed in this Request for Quotation (RFQ) to support the daily operations. The Bureaus primary responsibility is to investigate and report any unexpected, violent, or unusual deaths in the County, as required by California law. In 2025, the Coroner’s Bureau received just under 10,000 death reports and relies on the forklifts identified in this RFQ to support essential daily operations. These forklifts are utilized to move human remains from carriers to storage racks, making planned preventive maintenance essential for equipment longevity and employee safety. Regular maintenance protects the forklifts, ensures reliable performance, and supports the Bureau’s commitment to operational excellence. A sample contract is attached to this solicitation as Exhibit C. Please review the Professional Service Agreement carefully. Any exceptions or requested changes to the contract must be clearly noted in the Proposal. 3.1 RELEASE OF REQUEST FOR QUOTATION Date: September 2, 2026 3.2 DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF QUESTIONS Bidders must submit their questions online at PublicPurchase.com. All questions submitted are within the correct RFQ located on PublicPurchase.com. Must be submitted by: Date: September 16, 2026 Time: 1:30 PM Pacific Time 3.3 DEADLINE FOR QUOTATION SUBMITTAL Bid results are posted on PublicPurchase.com September 30, 2026 at 1:30 PM Pacific Time 3.4 TENTATIVE DATE FOR AWARDING CONTRACT 5-90 days, contingent upon lowest bidder meeting all of the bid specifications.