#11361·Fleet

Ulysses Forklift Replacement (x3)

Replace three electric forklifts reaching end-of-life.

ApprovedMedium
West · Ulysses Site
Cody Smith PM
Jake Morales Submitter
Jul 19, 2026 Est. completion
Mar 31, 2026 Approval date
8 years Useful life

Approval timeline

  1. DirectorSarah Kim
    Approved1 month ago
  2. VP SupplyMike Chen
    Approved1 month ago
  3. VP OpsLinda Rodriguez
    Approved1 month ago
  4. CFOMatt Anderson
    Approved1 month ago
Total cost$156,000
Spent to date$12,0008% of budget
Forecast remaining$144,000
Annual benefit$39,000

Problem

Three forklifts at 10+ years with escalating maintenance costs; one is now down awaiting parts.

Proposed solution

Replace with Li-ion powered units. Includes fleet management telemetry.

Justification

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Alternatives

OptionDescriptionTotal costUseful lifeRecommended
Option 1 — RecommendedReplace with Li-ion powered units. Includes fleet management telemetry.$156,0008 yrs
Option 2 — Rebuild in placeRebuild existing equipment in place with refurbished components. Lower upfront cost but shorter useful life and higher maintenance ongoing.$101,4004 yrs

Payback & benefit

Simple payback44 months
5-yr NPV$13,366
IRR7.9%

Actuals (from ERP)

Sourced from the financial system integration. Last sync 2 hours ago.

3 transactions · $12,000
DateVendorDescriptionAmount
Apr 6, 2026Andritz Feed & BiofuelVendor down payment / mobilization$4,400
Apr 5, 2026CPM RoskampProgress billing$4,218
Apr 4, 2026Bliss IndustriesFinal invoice$3,382

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