DPW- Vehicle Lift
Request for Proposal
Bid Specifications
City of Claremont, New Hampshire
Contract Administrator:
Department of Public Works
City of Claremont
8 Grandview Street
Claremont, NH 03743
(603) 542-7020
dpw@claremontnh.com
November 13th, 2025
Prospective Vendors,
The City of Claremont’s Department of Public Works is soliciting formal proposals for
the purchase and installation of one (1) new Four-Post Vehicle Lift with accessories as
listed in the specifications below. Existing lift will be removed by shop personnel.
Attached are the specifications for the vehicle lift and a Bid Sheet for you to submit your
proposal. Proposals will be accepted at the Office of the City Manager, 58 Opera House
Square, Claremont, NH 03743, on Thursday, December 11th, 2025 @ 10:00 AM – at
which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. Please mark “RFP – DPW
Vehicle Lift” on the outside of the sealed envelope. Bids must be received by mail at the
address above or delivered in person before the bid opening time. Late submissions or
emailed submissions will not be accepted.
Persons submitting proposals should note on the bid sheet any deviations from the
specifications. Persons submitting should also note any options that in their opinion
would be mission critical for its use in a municipal public works department. Any
recommended options should be priced separately.
Please include, on the attached bid sheet, the total for the lift installed with accessories,
estimated delivery and installation date, (3) references with names and contact
information, that own and utilize the vehicle lift that your company is proposing.
The City of Claremont reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to accept the
proposal deemed to be in the City’s best interest.
Sincerely,
Alex Gleeson
Director of Public Works
Vehicle Lift Specifications
Lift Specifications
• 4-post runway lift.
• 25,000-pound minimum lift capacity.
• 30,000-pound maximum lift capacity.
• Lifting speed of approximately 120 seconds.
• 2 HP / 220V single-phase motor, single phase only.
• 5” hydraulic cylinder attached to (4) leaf chains.
• Overall length: 27’-3” (with 20’ runways).
• Overall width: 12’-6”.
• Height at full stroke: 5’ 9 5/16” (top of runways).
• Track width: 24”.
• Clearence between posts: minimum of 11’
• Track adjustment range: 4’ to 8’.
• Mechanical and hydraulic safety systems with flow controls and velocity fuses.
• Multi-position, single point, safety locks, air actuated.
• 3-year limited warranty (excluding motor/pump).
Included Accessories
• Rolling Jacking Beams (2 units, 15,000 lb. capacity each).
• Track Light Kit (LED lights for 20–25’ tracks).
• Air Line Option (plumbed air system within tracks).
• For use with powered air tools.
• Installation (bolt down, start-up, and training).
Delivery and Installation
• Delivery to City of Claremont Department of Public Works Facility.
• 8 Grandview Street Claremont, NH 03743
• Vendor responsible for complete installation and training.
Warranty
• Three (3) year manufacturer warranty on structural and hydraulic components.
• Vendor shall include warranty details for all accessories and labor.
Manuals and Documentation
• Full operator’s manual and parts manual (digital or paper).
• Full specification sheet of vehicle lift the vendor is proposing.
DPW- Vehicle Lift Bid Sheet
Total Price of Lift with Options $
Estimated Date of Delivery & Installation
Deviations from the Bid:
1)
2)
3)
/
/
Name or Company
References
Contact Person State Phone Number or Email
This is the opportunity summary page. It provides an overview of this opportunity and a preview of the attached documentation.