RFI for Overhead Cranes 29APR26.docx

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)

High-Capacity Overhead Crane Systems Issued by: Tobyhanna Army Depot Date of Issuance: 2026-04-29

1. INTRODUCTION

This Request for Information (RFI) is issued by the Tobyhanna Army Depot (TYAD) to solicit information and capabilities from potential sources for the procurement of high-capacity overhead crane systems. TYAD requires several different capacity overhead cranes including 10-ton, 7.5-ton, and 5-ton capacities. The crane systems are intended for handling and maneuvering large Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) assets including frames, pedestals, enclosures, and antenna arrays for system integration within the depot infrastructure.

DISCLAIMER

THIS REQUEST FOR INFORMATION IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) TO BE SUBMITTED. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A SOLICITATION AND SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY THE GOVERNMENT. RESPONSES IN ANY FORM ARE NOT OFFERS AND THE GOVERNMENT IS UNDER NO OBLIGATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT AS A RESULT OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. NO FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE TO PAY FOR PREPARATION OF RESPONSES TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. ANY INFORMATION SUBMITTED BY RESPONDENTS TO THIS TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION IS STRICTLY VOLUNTARY.

2. BACKGROUND

The Tobyhanna Army Depot has a potential requirement to procure high-capacity overhead crane systems. The crane systems should be capable of lifting and moving heavy loads within the facility, with a focus on efficiency, safety, and precision. This is a turn-key requirement including design, selective demolition, electrical / mechanical installation, and structural support.

The overhead cranes are to be delivered and installed in two buildings:

Building A

· One (1) 7.5-ton and Two (2) 5-ton cranes.

· Minimum clear hook height: 18 ft.

· Runway length: Approximately 85 ft.

· Clear span 65 ft (for 7.5-ton) and 20 ft (for 5-ton).

· Scope Note: Requires selective demolition of an approximately 10,000 square foot modular interior building to allow for crane installation.

Building B

· Two (2) 10-ton and Two (2) 7.5-ton cranes.

· Minimum clear hook height: 25 ft.

· Runway length: Approximately 144 ft per crane.

· Clear span: Approximately 30 ft.

3. SCOPE OF INFORMATION REQUESTED

We are seeking information on commercially available systems that meet the following requirements. Please provide detailed responses to the following:

3.1 OVERHEAD CRANE SYSTEM

· Crane Dimensions: Provide overall dimensions, span lengths, and lift heights.

· Capacity: Provide minimum and maximum load capacity.

· Performance: Detail lifting, trolley, and bridge speeds. Provide information related to precision and accuracy of load positioning.

· Power Requirements: Specify voltage, amperage, and phase requirements (kVA).

· Control Systems: Describe control methods (pendant, wireless remote, etc.)

· Safety Features: Detail features, including but not limited to, overload protection, emergency stops, limit switches, and anti-collision technology.

· Remote Connections: Describe any remote monitoring or diagnostics, and the ability to disable or remove these features.

3.2 INSTALLATION AND DEMOLITION

· Selective Demolition: Describe your experience and approach to the demolition of interior modular structures, including debris management.

· Structural Support: Detail your capabilities for assessing existing building structures and installing new columns / footings if required.

· Timeline: Provide an estimated duration for design, material lead times, and installation.

· Infrastructure: Identify any facility requirements beyond those described elsewhere in this RFI.

3.3 MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT

· Maintenance Schedule: Provide the recommended maintenance schedule.

· Spare Parts Availability: Detail the availability of spare parts.

· Support Services: Describe the support services offered, including maintenance contracts, training, and after-sales support.

3.4 SYSTEM INTEGRATION AND TURNKEY SOLUTIONS

· Turnkey Systems: Describe your capabilities in providing a complete turnkey solution, from design and installation to commissioning and training.

· Integration: If you provide individual components, describe how they can be integrated into a complete crane system at some point in the future.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

Interested businesses should submit a brief capabilities statement package (no more than ten 8.5 X 11-inch pages, font no smaller than 10 point) demonstrating the ability to provide the products/systems listed in this Technical Description. Documentation should be in bullet format.

If your organization has the potential capacity to provide the required products/systems, please include the following vendor information in your submission:

1. Company Overview: Organization name, address, website address, and type of ownership.

2. Points of Contact: Primary POCs including Name, Title, Phone, and Email.

3. Experience: A brief overview of your company’s experience in providing similar overhead crane systems.

4. References: References from customers who have procured similar systems, if available.

5. Capability Statement: Tailored capability statements addressing the technical requirements of this notice, with appropriate documentation supporting claims of organizational and staff capability. If significant subcontracting or teaming is anticipated to deliver technical capability, organizations should address the administrative and management structure of such arrangements.

Your response to this RFI, including the capabilities statement, shall be electronically submitted in either Microsoft Word or Portable Document Format (PDF) via email to the technical points of contact:

· James Harris: james.t.harris208.civ@army.mil

· Ricky Saunders: ricky.saunders.civ@army.mil Submissions must be received no later than 12:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) on 07 May 2026. Please reference the synopsis/RFI number in the subject line of the e-mail and on all enclosed documents.

No phone or email inquiries regarding the status of a potential subsequent Request for Proposal (RFP) will be accepted. Information and materials submitted in response to this request WILL NOT be returned. DO NOT SUBMIT CLASSIFIED MATERIAL. All data received in response to this RFI that is marked or designated as corporate or proprietary will be fully protected from any release outside the Government.