50T Crane Main Lift Cylinder Repair
ID: FA441825NPTU-CraneRepairType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4418 628 CONS PKJOINT BASE CHARLESTON, SC, 29404-5021, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (811310)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- MATERIALS HANDLING EQUIPMENT (J039)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking contractors capable of providing repair services for a Grove Rough Terrain Crane, Model RT600E, located at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina. The project involves addressing a hydraulic fluid leak from the main boom lift cylinder, which includes transporting the crane, disassembling the cylinder, replacing seals, resurfacing the cylinder rod with chrome coating, and ensuring the crane meets OSHA standards through testing and certification. This maintenance work is crucial for the operational safety and efficiency of the Nuclear Power Training Unit (NPTU) at the base. Interested parties must submit a Capability Statement via email to Patrick Thomas by February 10, 2025, at 0900 EST, as this is a Sources Sought announcement for market research purposes only, with no entitlement to payment for submitted information.

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    The government document outlines a Statement of Work for the maintenance of a Grove Rough Terrain Crane, Model RT600E, due to a hydraulic fluid leak from the main boom lift cylinder. The contractor is required to transport the crane to a repair facility, disassemble the cylinder, replace seals, and resurface the cylinder rod with a chrome coating. Following the refurbishment, the crane must be tested and certified to meet OSHA standards, with documentation provided. The contractor is responsible for all necessary labor, materials, transportation, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including environmental codes. Upon completion, a one-year warranty on parts and labor is mandated. This project underscores the commitment to safety and efficacy in maintenance operations at Joint Base Charleston.
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