GCPO AERIAL LIFT ANNUAL INSPECTION

The Bureau of Reclamation (BOR) is seeking bids for annual inspections of 55 aerial lifts, including scissor and boom lifts, at the Grand Coulee Power Office in Grand Coulee, WA. These inspections must comply with OSHA and manufacturer guidelines. This acquisition, set aside for small businesses, will result in a firm-fixed-price contract with a base year and four option years, plus a potential six-month extension. The anticipated period of performance for the base year is October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026, with option years extending through September 30, 2030. A Request for Quotes (RFQ) is expected by August 18, 2025, closing by August 28, 2025. Vendors must be registered in SAM. The NAICS code is 811310, and the PSC is J025. This acquisition falls under FAR Part 12 and 13 simplified acquisition procedures. Mike Garloch is the point of contact.

This government solicitation (RFP 140R1725Q0083) is issued by the Bureau of Reclamation, Pacific Northwest Region, for certified aerial lift service technicians to inspect all aerial lifts at the Grand Coulee Project Office (GCPO). The contract includes a base year and four option years, with initial inspections to be completed within 60 days of award. Services include inspecting scissor lifts (41 units) and aerial boom lifts of various heights: up to 46 ft (6 units), up to 84 ft (6 units), and up to 125 ft (1 unit). The period of performance is from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2030, with anticipated exercise dates for option line items on September 30 of each subsequent year. The solicitation is set aside for small businesses, has a NAICS code of 811310, and a size standard of $12.5 million. Offers are due by September 10, 2025, at 1700 MD. A wage determination (No. 2015-5559, Revision 26, dated July 8, 2025) may be part of the resulting contract.

This government solicitation outlines a Fixed Firm Price contract for inspections, with prices encompassing all necessary travel costs as per the Performance Work Statement. Services will be invoiced based on actual inspections completed. Quotes will be considered for the entire Price Schedule, not just parts. The Price Schedule details estimated quantities for Scissor Lifts and Boom Lifts of varying heights across a Base Year (2025-2026) and four subsequent Option Years (2026-2030). The CLINs (Contract Line Item Numbers) are organized incrementally for each item across the years. This document serves as a comprehensive guide for potential contractors to submit their bids, adhering to the specified terms and conditions.

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for contractors to conduct inspections of up to 55 aerial lifts for the Bureau of Reclamations, specifically at Grand Coulee Dam. The primary goal is to ensure compliance with safety standards (OSHA, ANSI) and minimize operational risks. The scope includes hazard identification, operational verification, compliance checks, and detailed reporting with photographic documentation. Contractors must provide all necessary personnel and equipment, complete inspections within 60 days of award and annually thereafter for a base year and four option years, and adhere to strict documentation and safety protocols. Key clauses cover contractor performance, responsibilities, electronic invoicing via IPP, and government property use and management, including strict identification and accountability for all personnel accessing federal facilities and information systems.