The Department of Homeland Security, through the United States Coast Guard, is seeking proposals for the procurement of a JCB Teletruk TLT 77-52D or an equivalent articulating telescopic counterbalance forklift, intended for use in a marine environment in St. Louis, Missouri. The equipment must meet specific requirements, including a tropical weather coating, cold start package, tier 4 diesel engine, and a maximum lift height of 14 feet with a lift capacity of 7,700 lbs, to ensure operational efficiency and safety in Coast Guard operations. This procurement is categorized as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, with the contract awarded based on the lowest price evaluation, and interested vendors must submit their quotes by emailing the primary contact, Barbara L. Coates, at barbara.l.coates@uscg.mil, by the specified deadline. The successful contractor is expected to deliver the equipment within 15 days after contract award, adhering to all federal regulations and guidelines.