The MOISD is accepting sealed bids for the purchase and delivery of one heavy-duty mobile column vehicle lifting system.

Mecosta-Osceola Intermediate School District
15760 190th Avenue, Big Rapids, Michigan 49307-9096
Phone: (231) 796-3543 Fax: (231) 796-3300
www.moisd.org
MOISD is Accepting Bids for Heavy Duty Mobile Column Vehicle Lift
System for the Career Center
July 2, 2026
Section 1: Introduction
The Mecosta-Osceola Intermediate School District (MOISD) Career & Technical
Education Center is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors for the purchase and
delivery of one heavy-duty mobile column vehicle lifting system for use in the Diesel
Technology Career & Technical Education program.
The equipment will be utilized in an educational setting to provide students with industry-
standard training on heavy-duty truck service and maintenance. The selected system
must be durable, reliable, safe and designed for daily instructional use.
Section 2: Purpose
The purpose of this RFP is to procure a heavy-duty mobile lifting system capable of
safely lifting commercial trucks, buses, and other heavy vehicles used within the Diesel
Technology program.
Section 3: General Information
The successful vendor shall provide:
RPF issue date: July 2, 2026
Proposal Submission deadline: July 15, 2026, 11 a.m.
Bid Opening Date: July 15, 2026, at 11 a.m. at the MOISD Board of Education Office,
15760 190th Ave., Big Rapids, MI 49307
Furnishing of one (1) complete heavy-duty mobile column lift system
Delivery to the MOISD Career & Technical Education Center
All required manuals and documentation
Warranty documentation
Technical support information
Section 4: Minimum Technical Specifications
The proposed equipment shall meet or exceed the following minimum specifications.
Capacity
Four (4) mobile hydraulic lifting columns
Each lifting column shall have a minimum lifting capacity of 15,000 pounds
Combined lifting capacity of at least 60,000 pounds

Mecosta-Osceola Intermediate School District
15760 190th Avenue, Big Rapids, Michigan 49307-9096
Phone: (231) 796-3543 Fax: (231) 796-3300
www.moisd.org
Lift Design
The system shall include:
Four independent mobile lifting columns
Fully synchronized lifting capability
Electronic synchronization between columns
Ability to operate as a complete lifting system
Suitable for heavy-duty trucks and commercial vehicles
Mobility
Each lifting column shall include:
Integrated hydraulic pallet jack system for mobility
Easy movement by a single operator
Stable positioning during lifting operations
Fork adjustment range from 18 inches to 48 inches
Electrical Requirements
110-volt battery charging system or separate in-line power system
Rechargeable battery-powered lifting operation or equivalent manufacturer-
approved system
Standard North American electrical compatibility
Safety Features
The system shall include, at minimum:
Emergency stop controls
Automatic synchronization monitoring
Mechanical locking system
Overload protection
Hydraulic safety protection
Automatic safety locks
Audible and/or visual warning indicators
Compliance with applicable ANSI and OSHA safety standards
Physical Dimensions
The proposed lifting columns shall meet or exceed the following dimensions:
Specification Required
Lift Speed 60 inches per min.
Lift Height 65 inches

Mecosta-Osceola Intermediate School District
15760 190th Avenue, Big Rapids, Michigan 49307-9096
Phone: (231) 796-3543 Fax: (231) 796-3300
www.moisd.org
Overall Height 145 inches
(Extended)
Resting Height 88 inches
Column Width 12 inches
Base Width 42 inches
Base Length 55 inches
Equipment meeting these dimensions or functionally equivalent dimensions that fit within
the existing instructional lab may be considered.
Section 5: Warranty Requirements
The proposal shall include:
Minimum two (2) year manufacturer's warranty
Warranty shall include parts and labor
Technical support information
Estimated service response time
Availability of replacement parts
Extended warranty options shall be listed separately.
Section 6: Proposal Requirements
Each proposal shall include:
Company Information
Company name
Address
Contact person
Telephone
Email
Technical Proposal
Manufacturer
Model number
Product literature
Complete specification sheets
Compliance statement addressing each required specification

Mecosta-Osceola Intermediate School District
15760 190th Avenue, Big Rapids, Michigan 49307-9096
Phone: (231) 796-3543 Fax: (231) 796-3300
www.moisd.org
Pricing
Provide pricing for:
Equipment
Delivery
Warranty (if separate)
Optional accessories
Total project cost
Section 7: Terms and Conditions
MOISD reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to accept the proposal
determined to be in the best interest of the District.
MOISD reserves the right to:
* Accept or reject any or all bids, in whole or in part, waive informalities, and negotiate
with selected contractors.
* Modify or cancel the RFP.
* Accept the bid that best serves the interests of the district.
* Request additional information.
* The MOISD is an equal opportunity employer.
Section 8: Submission Instructions
Submit proposals in a sealed envelope clearly marked to:
Mecosta-Osceola ISD
Superintendent's Office
"RFP - HD Mobile Column Lift System"
15760 190th Avenue
Big Rapids, MI 49307
Sealed Proposals must be received no later than 11 a.m. on July 15th.
*Late submissions will not be considered. If bidders have concerns regarding the project
timeline, they may submit a statement of concern as an appendix to their proposal.
Section 9: Questions
Questions regarding this RFP shall be submitted in writing to:
Name: Joshua Bull, MOISD Assistant Superintendent of Career & Technical Education
Email: jbull@moisd.org
Phone: 231.598.1857
Section 10 Appendices
1. Appendix A - Proposal Submission Form

Mecosta-Osceola Intermediate School District
15760 190th Avenue, Big Rapids, Michigan 49307-9096
Phone: (231) 796-3543 Fax: (231) 796-3300
www.moisd.org
2. Appendix B- Affidavit of Familial Relationships
3. Appendix C- Affidavit of Compliance With School Safety Initiative Legislation
4. Appendix D -Affidavit of Compliance - Iran Economic Sanctions Act
APPENDIX A - PROPOSAL SUBMISSION FORM Vendor Information:
Company Name: _______________________________
Address: ____________________________________
Contact Person: _____________________________
Phone: _____________________________________
Email: ______________________________________
Acknowledgment of RFP Requirements:
By signing below, the bidder acknowledges that they have read and understood all the
requirements of the RFP and agree to comply with all stated terms and conditions.
Authorized Representative Name: ________________________
Title: _________________________________________________
Signature: __________________________ Date: ____________

Mecosta-Osceola Intermediate School District
15760 190th Avenue, Big Rapids, Michigan 49307-9096
Phone: (231) 796-3543 Fax: (231) 796-3300
www.moisd.org
APPENDIX B- Affidavit of Bidder - Familial Relationships Form
The undersigned, the owner or authorized officer of (the "Bidder"), pursuant to the
familial disclosure requirement provided in the Mecosta-Osceola Intermediate School
District's (the "MOISD") RFP, hereby represent and warrant, except as provided below,
that no familial relationships exist between the Bidder or any employee of the above
mentioned MOISD, and any member of the Boards of Education of the District or the
Superintendents of the MOISD.
List any Familial Relationships:
BIDDER:
By:
Its:
STATE OF )
COUNTY OF )
This instrument was acknowledged before me on the day of 20 ,
by
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, Notary Public
County,
My Commission Expires:
Acting in the County of:

Mecosta-Osceola Intermediate School District
15760 190th Avenue, Big Rapids, Michigan 49307-9096
Phone: (231) 796-3543 Fax: (231) 796-3300
www.moisd.org
APPENDIX C - Affidavit of Bidder - Compliance with School Safety Initiative
Legislation
The undersigned, the owner or authorized officer of (the "Bidder"), certifies to
Mecosta- Osceola Intermediate School District (the "MOISD"), that any and all persons
who will work directly or indirectly for the Bidder, including, but not limited to, Bidder's
employees, agents, vendors, subcontractors or consultants, and who will work at or on any
MOISD property, shall at all times be in compliance with MCL 380.1230, 380.1230a,
380.1230c, 380.1230d, and 380.1230g and have not been convicted of any "listed offenses".1
The Bidder further warrants and represents that all persons who will work directly or indirectly
for the Bidder, including, but not limited to, Bidder's employees, agents, vendors, subcontractors
or consultants, and who will work at or on any MOISD property, shall at all times
be in compliance with MCL 380.1230, 380.1230a, 380.1230c, 380.1230d, and
380.1230g. In this regard, Bidder agrees, without limitation, to report within three (3) business
days to the MOISD when any such person is charged with a crime listed in Section 1535a(1)
of the Revised School Code2 or a substantially similar law, and to immediately report to the
MOISD if that person is subsequently convicted, pled guilty or pled no contest to that crime.
BIDDER:
By:
Its:
STATE OF ) COUNTY OF )
This instrument was acknowledged before me on the day of 20 ,
by
.
, Notary Public
County,
My Commission Expires:
Acting in the County of:
1The term listed offenses means those defined in section 2 of the Sex Offenders Registration
Act (SORA), MCL 28.722 2MCL.380.1535a(1). 50

Mecosta-Osceola Intermediate School District
15760 190th Avenue, Big Rapids, Michigan 49307-9096
Phone: (231) 796-3543 Fax: (231) 796-3300
www.moisd.org
APPENDIX D - AFFIDAVIT OF COMPLIANCE - IRAN ECONOMIC SANCTIONS
ACT
Michigan Public Act No. 517 of 2012
The undersigned, the owner or authorized officer of (the "Bidder"), certifies to Mecosta-
Osceola Intermediate School District (the "MOISD"), that any and all persons who will
work directly or indirectly for the Bidder, is not an "Iran Linked Business" within the
meaning of the Iran Economic Sanctions Act, Michigan Public Act No. 517 of 2012 (the
"Act"), and that in the event Bidder is awarded a Contract as a result of the aforementioned
Request for Proposal, the Bidder will not become an "Iran Linked Business" at any time
during the course of performing under the Contract.
The Bidder further acknowledges that any person who is found to have submitted a false
certification is responsible for a civil penalty of not more than $250,000.00 or 2 times the
amount of the Contract or proposed Contract for which the false certification was made,
whichever is greater, the cost of the MOISD's investigation, and reasonable attorney fees,
in addition to the fine. Moreover, any person who submitted a false certification shall be
ineligible to bid on an Invitation To Bid for three (3) years from the date that it is
determined that the person has submitted the false certification.
BIDDER:
By:
Its:
STATE OF )
COUNTY OF )
This instrument was acknowledged before me on the day of 20 ,
by
.
, Notary Public
County,
My Commission Expires:
Acting in the County of: