Mobile Crane Rental to Support B2 Wire Rope Inspections
ID: 80NSSC25890511QType: Special Notice
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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA SHARED SERVICES CENTERSTENNIS SPACE CENTER, MS, 39529, USA

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Overhead Traveling Crane, Hoist, and Monorail System Manufacturing (333923)

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LEASE OR RENTAL OF EQUIPMENT- MISCELLANEOUS (W099)
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    NASA's National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking to procure mobile crane rental services to support wire rope inspections on the B2 test stand's derrick crane at the Stennis Space Center in Mississippi. The contractor will be responsible for providing a certified crane operator, the crane itself, rigging, a personnel basket, and all necessary equipment and labor for assembling and disassembling the crane, along with a safety hazard analysis and compliance with OSHA standards. This procurement is critical for ensuring the safe operation and functionality of the crane during inspections scheduled for March 2024. Interested organizations must submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing to Tracy Bremer at tracy.g.bremer@nasa.gov by 4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on January 24, 2025, to be considered for this sole source contract.

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    The purpose of this document is to outline the requirements for mobile crane rental services to support wire rope inspections on the B2 test stand's derrick crane, which will be conducted by NASA/S3 personnel. The contractor is responsible for providing a certified crane operator, the crane itself, rigging, and a personnel basket, along with all necessary equipment and labor for assembling and disassembling the crane. Key deliverables for approval include a lift plan and various certifications related to operational safety. A safety hazard analysis must identify potential dangers and mitigation strategies for personnel, equipment, and facility safety. Operators, riggers, and signal persons must have appropriate certifications. Load testing requirements involve proof and periodic tests checking functionality and safety features of the crane. Inspections are mandated during and after crane setup, aligning with OSHA standards and necessitating corrective actions for any deficiencies. The hook shall also undergo a non-destructive test following load tests. This document establishes standards to ensure safe operation and compliance with relevant regulations during the proposed inspections scheduled for March 2024.
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