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Lauren Betenson

Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Port Program – Sweeper

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Lauren Betenson

The Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Port Program. The Port of Detroit is seeking proposals from qualified sweeper manufacturers and engineers to design, build, and deliver one (1) sweeper to support our operational needs. The Port of Detroit welcomes interested vendors to review the detailed requirements in the attached RFP and submit their proposals to rfp@portdetroit.com no later than February 4, 2026.

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by Lauren Betenson

Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Port Program – Electric Boom Lift

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Lauren Betenson

The Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Port Program. The Port of Detroit is seeking proposals from boom lift manufacturers and engineers to design, build, and deliver one (1) boomlift to support our operational needs. The Port of Detroit welcomes interested vendors to review the detailed requirements in the attached RFP and submit their proposals to rfp@portdetroit.com no later than February 4, 2026.

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by Lauren Betenson

Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Port Program – Skid Steer

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Lauren Betenson

The Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Port Program. The Port of Detroit is seeking proposals from qualified skid steer manufacturers and engineers to design, build, and deliver one (1) skid steer to support our operational needs. The Port of Detroit welcomes interested vendors to review the detailed requirements in the attached RFP and submit their proposals to rfp@portdetroit.com no later than February 4, 2026.

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Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Port Program – Personal Transport Vehicle

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Lauren Betenson

The Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Port Program. The Port of Detroit is seeking proposals from qualified personal transport vehicle manufacturers and engineers to design, build, and deliver one (1) personal transport vehicle to support our operational needs. The Port of Detroit welcomes interested vendors to review the detailed requirements in the attached RFP and submit their proposals to rfp@portdetroit.com no later than February 4, 2026.

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by Lauren Betenson

Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Port Program – Level 2 Chargers

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Lauren Betenson

The Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Port Program. The Port of Detroit invites proposals from qualified manufacturers and vendors to build, deliver, and commission up to twenty (20) Level 2 EV chargers that will support material handling and operational logistics across multiple port terminals. The Port of Detroit welcomes interested vendors to review the detailed requirements in the attached RFP and submit their proposals to rfp@portdetroit.com no later than February 4, 2026.

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Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Port Program – DC Fast Chargers

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Lauren Betenson

The Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Port Program. The Port of Detroit invites proposals from qualified manufacturers and vendors to build, deliver, and commission up to twenty (20) DC Fast Chargers (DCFCs) that will support material handling and operational logistics across multiple port terminals. The Port of Detroit welcomes interested vendors to review the detailed requirements in the attached RFP and submit their proposals to rfp@portdetroit.com no later than February 4, 2026.

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Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Port Program – Solar Engineering & Construction Services

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Lauren Betenson

The Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Port Program. The Port of Detroit is seeking proposals from a qualified Design-Build Contractor to provide engineering, permitting, procurement, construction, commissioning, and performance verification of a photovoltaic solar array estimated at 316 kW to offset energy used for charging industrial electric vehicles. The Port of Detroit welcomes interested contractors to review the detailed requirements in the attached RFP and submit their proposals to rfp@portdetroit.com no later than January 30, 2026.

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Forklifts Q&A

Lauren Betenson

Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Port Program

BIDS & PROPOSALS

Question 1: What lift capacity is required for both light duty and medium duty trucks?

Answer:

One (1) 10,000 lbs forklift with double carriage

  • Handles loads up to 10,000 lbs.
  • Double carriage allows for wider or heavier pallets.

Two (2) 5,000 lbs forklifts

  • Each unit handles medium loads.
  • Can be used together for larger lifts when necessary, following safety requirements.

Question 2: Can you please give me the capacity or capacities that you need for this RFP? The fork specs of 48” x 6” x 2” Class III are for our 6,000 lbs. forklifts, should I quote (4) at this capacity?

Answer:

Quote four units at 6,000 lb capacity if that’s your standard Class III offering. Please indicate whether each unit is light-duty (~27 kW) or medium-duty (~60 kW) so the Owner can evaluate the mix of options.

Question 3: High Voltage 90 Volt Electrical systems? We offer an 80 Volt Electric Pneumatic Forklift. Will this work?

Answer:

You can propose your 80V electric pneumatic forklift as a compliant alternative. Please provide details on charging time and confirm that performance, safety, and compliance are not significantly impacted.

Question 4: Do you want a heated cab?

Answer:

A heated cab is not required under the base specifications. Please include this as an optional item.

by Lauren Betenson

Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Port Program - Outboard Motors

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Lauren Betenson

The Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Port Program. The Port of Detroit is seeking proposals from qualified manufacturers to design, build, and deliver two (2) electric outboard motors to support our operational needs. The Port of Detroit welcomes interested vendors to review the detailed requirements in the attached RFP and submit their proposals to rfp@portdetroit.com no later than November 19, 2025.

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Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Port Program - Forklifts

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Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Port Program - Forklifts

The Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Port Program. The Port of Detroit is seeking proposals from qualified manufacturers to design, build, and deliver four (4) light- and medium duty electric forklifts to support our operational needs. The Port of Detroit welcomes interested vendors to review the detailed requirements in the attached RFP and submit their proposals to rfp@portdetroit.com no later than November 19, 2025.

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by Lauren Betenson