Mobile Crane Operator Certification RFQ.docx

Request for Quote Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)

20-OSHU-R-40993 / B-9202

Title: FY20 Mobile Crane Operator Training, Evaluation & Certification

1. Statement of Work:

· IDOT is requesting bids for Mobile Crane operator training, evaluation and certification of approximately 15 IDOT employees who operate mobile cranes rated over 2,000 pounds as required by OSHA standard 29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC. It shall be interactive training, evaluation and certification and include both classroom, hands-on training, evaluation and certification. This bid would be for one course, and length of the course will be at the discretion of the vendor.

· IDOT shall provide the classroom and training areas, crane(s), and any ancillary equipment needed (barrels, plywood, etc.) as designated by the vendor.

· Because of the nature of this training, IDOT is only interested in established training, evaluation and certification which has been previously used, has a proven track record, and meets the requirements of the OSHA standard.

· The vendor shall be required to supply a copy of all training materials including handouts, worksheets and any other pertinent materials used at the IDOT training to the IDOT - Occupational Safety and Health Unit (IDOT-OSHU) for use as documentation of items trained. IDOT – OSHU agrees to only use these items as documentation of training and for no other purpose.

2. Mandatory Requirements:

Vendor to indicate if they have met each requirement and provide any details:

Mandatory Requirements

1. The Vendor must provide documentation, with submission of quote, of current certification through at least one of the four accredited crane operator testing organizations that have been recognized by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA): The Crane Institute Certification (CIC), the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER), the National Commission for Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO), or the Operating Engineers Certification Program (OECP).

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2. Vendor must be able to conduct the training and evaluations in consecutive days between the dates of August 1, 2019 and March 31, 2020. Dates, times and location requirements will be finalized with the vendor at the time of execution of the contract. The training sessions shall be six (6) hours each day.

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3. The Vendor must be able to accommodate 15 participants per class with a Department option of up to 20 students.

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5. The training shall be led by an instructor(s) that is certified to perform instruction and training under a nationally recognized accredited agency based on that agency's determination that industry-recognized criteria for written testing materials, practical examinations, test administration, grading, facilities/equipment, and personnel (instructors) have been met.

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6. The instructor(s) shall be qualified to administer written and practical tests that:

· Assess the operator applicant regarding, at a minimum, the knowledge and skills listed in paragraphs (j)(1) and (2) of OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1926.1427

· Provide certification based on equipment type, type and capacity, or other designations as required by the OSHA Standard.

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7. The vendor shall be competent to ensure and certify that each operator is qualified by an evaluation of the operator’s ability to demonstrate:

· The skills and knowledge, as well as the ability to recognize and avert risk, necessary to operate the equipment safely, including those specific to the safety devices, operational aids, software, and the size and configuration of the equipment. Size and configuration includes, but is not limited to, lifting capacity, boom length, attachments, luffing jib, and counterweight set-up.

· The ability to perform the hoisting activities required for assigned work, including, if applicable, blind lifts, personnel hoisting, and multi-crane lifts.

*The evaluation required must be conducted by an individual who has the knowledge, training, and experience necessary to assess equipment operators.

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8. At the time of quote submission, Vendor must submit a summary and samples of prior training documents for similar course offerings.

9. The Vendor shall allow IDOT up to two (2) Safety representatives to attend and audit the classes and practical examinations for purposes of IDOT training documentation for the operators.

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3. Vendor Specifications:

· The training shall be standard training, evaluation and certification that has been provided to operators of similar machinery and job duties.

· Each participant shall receive a workbook with all information covered in the course.

· Vendor must be able and willing to conduct training at a location agreed upon by the Department.

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5. Pricing:

The total must be all inclusive of salary, benefits, travel, insurance, overhead, equipment expense, training materials and other associated expenses.

· Pricing shall be submitted in the following format:

Classroom, Performance Training, Evaluation & Certification:

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· Award Determination:

· Award will be made to the lowest bidder that meets all mandatory and submission requirements.

· Vendors who do not meet the mandatory and submission requirements may be determined non-responsive and could be disqualified.

Mobile Crane Training, Evaluation, & Certification (For Cranes Rated over 2000 pounds capacity):

PURPOSE: To assure that IDOT operators of the abovementioned cranes are trained, evaluated and certified as an operator as required by OSHA Standards.

TOPICS TO BE COVERED: This training course is designed to provide required training and certification to operators of IDOT mobile cranes, or rented mobile cranes used in completing IDOT tasks which vary between such jobs as, bridge and culvert replacements, equipment and supply loading and unloading, and any other IDOT activities that would require the use of the crane and a certified operator. The training will consist of classroom training including a graded written examination, and a practical examination and evaluation for the operator to receive the required certification to operate the equipment.

LENGTH OF COURSE: up to 5 days (for 15 students, possibly longer for more).

PDH’S: 12 (or to be determined by the vendor)