JIB Crane/Air Hoist

This federal Request for Quotation (RFQ), solicitation number N0016426Q0214, is issued by the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane Division. The Government intends to solicit and negotiate a firm-fixed-price contract with a single source, Brehob Corporation of Indianapolis, Indiana, for a B3405 (OTA) Jib Crane package. While intending to negotiate with Brehob Corporation, the Government will review quotes submitted by other offerors to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted. The required deliverables are divided into seven Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs): - CLIN 0001: One 1,000-lb Lug Mount Air Hoist - CLIN 0002: One Sheet Metal Parking Shed for the hoist - CLIN 0003: One Samuel 400-Gallon Tank system (including a 200 PSI Conrader ASME relief valve, pressure gauge, and Water Hog condensate drain) - CLIN 0004: One galvanized 1,000-lb Jib crane, along with grout, chemical anchor bolts, and miscellaneous parts - CLIN 0005: Installation labor - CLIN 0006: Rental equipment - CLIN 0007: A Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) package (A001-A021) Inspection, acceptance, and delivery will occur at NSWC Crane in Crane, Indiana. The delivery schedule requires most hardware and installation items to be completed within 16 weeks of the contract award, with the initial CDRL package due within 10 calendar days. The solicitation incorporates standard federal procurement provisions, including Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) electronic invoicing instructions, Defense Priority and Allocation Requirements, and DFARS unique item identification rules. Quotes must be submitted to the issuing office by July 16, 2026.

This document is U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination No. 2015-4821 (Revision 32, dated May 13, 2026) issued under the Service Contract Act. It establishes the minimum hourly wages and fringe benefits for various labor categories performing on federal service contracts within the Indiana counties of Crawford, Daviess, Dubois, Gibson, Greene, Jackson, Knox, Lawrence, Martin, Orange, and Pike. The determination details hourly pay rates across multiple occupational families, including administrative support, automotive service, health, information technology, maintenance, and protective services. It also outlines mandated health and welfare benefits, which vary depending on whether the contract is subject to Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave for Federal Contractors). Additionally, the document defines requirements for paid vacation—ranging from two to five weeks based on years of continuous service—and lists twelve designated paid federal holidays. Other outlined provisions include guidelines for computer employee exemptions, night and Sunday differentials for air traffic controllers and weather observers, hazardous duty pay differentials (ranging from 4% to 8%), and mandatory uniform allowances. Finally, it outlines the Standard Form 1444 (SF-1444) conformance process, which contractors must use to establish approved wage rates and classifications for any service duties not explicitly listed in this determination.

This federal government document consists of the Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL), standard DD Form 1423-1, for the B3405 (OTA) JIB Crane project. It establishes the mandatory data deliverables, tracking formats, and submission timelines required of the contractor during execution. The CDRL details 21 distinct data items (A001 through A021) categorized by management, safety, and technical disciplines. Key deliverables include: - **Administrative and Scheduling Deliverables:** Meeting minutes and agendas (A001), Daily Production Reports (A002), Project Planning Charts/Construction Schedules (A003), and Submittal Registers (A005). - **Labor and Personnel Records:** Weekly Certified Payrolls (A004) and a Contractor Personnel Roster (A021). - **Safety and Hazard Mitigation Plans:** Quality Control (A007), Accident Prevention (A009), Waste Management (A010), and Lift Plans (A014), along with immediate 10-minute notifications for accidents, incidents, or damage (A019, A020). - **Technical and Closeout Documentation:** Maintenance Manuals (A006), Certificates of Disposal (A011), Asbestos Containing Building Material Reports (A015), Safety Data Sheets (A016), signed As-Built Drawings (A017), and a Warranty Management Plan (A018). All deliverables must be submitted electronically via email, formatted for compatibility with Microsoft Office 2007 or later, and are subject to Contracting Officer Representative (COR) review. Government review periods are typically ten days. The document was digitally signed and approved in May 2026 by Joseph Patrick Regan and Kathie Ann Rhorer.

This Department of the Navy Determination and Findings (D&F) document justifies a sole-source acquisition under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold for the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division. The procurement covers a 1,000-lb. JIB crane system, dual-brake air hoist, protective parking shed, associated hardware, and specialized installation and load-testing services. The Navy has designated Brehob as the sole authorized provider capable of executing this requirement. As the NAVFAC and Navy Crane Center-approved source, Brehob possesses the proprietary manufacturer data, certified anchoring methods, and specialized installation protocols required for this project. The system demands highly precise installation, including a custom concrete foundation with a minimum 24-inch footing depth, 3,000-psi concrete performance, and anchor bolts rated for 3,470 pounds of pull-out force. Sourcing this project to an alternative vendor would invalidate mandatory technical and safety certifications, violate Navy Crane Center compliance standards, and void manufacturer warranties. Furthermore, improper installation by an unauthorized contractor poses catastrophic load-bearing risks, potentially causing equipment failure, severe personnel injury, and significant damage to government property. Consequently, a sole-source award to Brehob is deemed critical to ensuring operational safety, regulatory compliance, and mission success.

This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines performance requirements for the Code 1022 Sustainment project (B3405 OTA JIB Crane) at the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane Division in Crane, Indiana. The contractor must provide all labor, equipment, materials, and supervision to install a new concrete foundation and a 1,000-pound capacity, fire/explosive-resistant JIB crane. Additional responsibilities include installing a dual brake air hoist with a sheet metal parking shed, a 400-gallon air tank, and underground pneumatic lines. The contractor is not responsible for disconnecting electrical power, removing the existing JIB crane, or removing the old foundation, which will be handled by NAVFAC. Key administrative and operational requirements include: * **Security & Access:** Compliance with Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) credentialing and strict base entry requirements (e.g., REAL ID, background checks). * **Quality & Safety:** Adherence to EM 385-1-1 safety manuals, submittal of an Accident Prevention Plan (APP), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHA), and a Quality Control Plan. * **Environmental Compliance:** Strict waste management, a ban on asbestos-containing materials, VOC limits for coatings, and Section 608 technician certifications for any HVAC&R/refrigerant handling. * **Deliverables:** Submission of weekly status updates, daily production reports, as-built drawings, and a warranty management plan. Proposals will be evaluated on technical capability, past performance on similar projects within the past three years, schedule, and cost. The contract required completion date is six months from the date of award.