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This Performance Work Statement (PWS) details a critical cryogenic tank movement project for Joint Base Langley-Eustis, VA. The contract requires hoisting, rigging, installation, and removal of two 3,000-gallon liquid oxygen (LOX) tanks on August 28, 2025, using a 60-ton crane capable of lifting 24,000 lbs in a congested area. The comprehensive scope includes pre-lift safety briefing, tank loading at the Traffic Management Office (TMO) Receiving Yard, transportation to the cryogenic site, precise tank installation using 4-ton jacks and skates, and removal of old tanks back to the TMO yard.

Key requirements include providing a crane operator with proper licensing and insurance, meeting base security protocols, complying with OSHA safety regulations, and ensuring all personnel can enter Langley AFB. The contractor must supply all necessary equipment, including a 60-ton crane, 25,000-lb skates, 15-ton jacks, and securing webbing. The project is being solicited by the Department of the Air Force Air Combat Command under solicitation number FA480025R0020, with all work to be completed within a single day, starting at 0800 and concluding by 1600 on the specified date.

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PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

HOISTING, RIGGING, INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF 3K GALLON CRYOGENIC STORAGE TANKS

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, VA

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

HOISTING, RIGGING, INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF 3K GALLON CRYOGENIC STORAGE TANK

1.0 SCOPE OF WORK: This contract will require the hoisting, installment, and removal of two 3,000 gallon cryogenic tanks, from the Traffic Management Office (TMO) Receiving yard (Building 330, 23 Sweeney Road, Langley AFB, 23665) to the cryogenic site (Building 786, East Flight Line Road, Langley AFB, 23665) and from the site back to TMO’s yard utilizing a vehicle with a flatbed trailer, and a crane that can lift at least 24,000lbs while simultaneously operating in a highly congested area with limited space.

2.0 HOURS OF OPERATION: 0800-1600 on 28 August. The crane and operator will be provided to Langley AFB and to be in place and ready to begin crane prep for lifting operations at the TMO yard no later than 0800. The Crane and Operator will remain on the installation until the new tank is installed, and the old tank is placed in the TMO yard. All work is expected to be completed by 1600 on 28 August 2025.

3.0 LOCATION: All work on this contract shall be performed on Langley AFB, VA 23665.

4.0 DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

4.1. Tank Pre-Lift Briefing (TMO Receiving Yard):

a. Mandatory safety briefing conducted by crane operations crew immediately after crane assembly and readiness verification.

4.2. Tank Loading at TMO (0800 28 August 2025):

a. Contractor rigs new LOX tank using approved lift gear.

b. Crane operator lifts and securely places new LOX tank onto government-provided flat-bed trailer.

c. Ensure proper weight distribution and secure tie-down per transport regulations to cryogenics facility.

4.3. Transport to Cryogenic Site:

a. Haul tank under escort (if required) to Cryogenics installation location.

4.4. New Tank Installation at Cryogenic Site:

a. Unrig and lift new LOX tank from flat-bed trailer.

b. Utilize specialized 4-ton jacks and skates to maneuver the tank. Skates must:

.I Support at least 4 tons each.

.II Be quantity of 1 skate per corner of the tank or more as needed .III Rotate 360 degrees.

c. Hoist new LOX tanks over perimeter fence.

d. Carefully lower and align the tank into the pre-set anchor base under cryogenic tank overhang or structural saddles using tag lines and spotters.

e. Ensure correct tank placement (centered), full seating, level, and orientation per site layout.

f. Additional strapping/webbing may be required to secure tanks when using jacks/skates.

4.5. Removal of Old Tanks:

a. Rig and lift old LOX Tanks from their current position utilizing specialized 4-ton jacks and skates.

b. Hoist old LOX tanks over perimeter fence.

c. Place old LOX tanks securely onto the same or alternate flat-bed trailer previously used.

d. Transport old LOX tanks to the TMO Receiving Yard for offload, de-rig, and staging in designated location.

4.6. Key Points:

a. Showtime (TMO Yard): 0800 28 August 2025.

b. LOX tanks to be hoisted over cryogenic fence (overhead structure will NOT be removed).

c. Specialized 4-ton jacks and skates required for tank maneuvering.

d. Additional straps/webbing may be required for securing tanks.

5.0 EQUIPMENT: The contractor shall provide all equipment and supplies required to complete the craning, rigging, installment and removal of the cryogenic tanks.

6.0 VEHICLES: The contractor is responsible for transport of contractor owned 60 Ton crane and support vehicle necessary for transport of requested support equipment (equipment, materials, supplies, and personnel) to and from the job sites to perform the required services.

7.0 WORKING CONDITIONS: The contractor shall comply with all federal, state, and local laws pertaining to safety.

8.0 CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEES: The contractor’s foreman or representative(s) shall present a neat appearance and shall have the capability of speaking and understanding the English language. The Contractor shall identify an employee who has the authority to act on all contractual matters. The employee shall be present and available to be contacted by cellular telephone during the performance of work. The Contractor shall not employ persons for work on this contract who are identified to the Contractor by the Contracting Officer as a potential threat to the health, safety, security, general well-being, or operational mission of the installation and its population.

9.0 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The crane operator shall be licensed and insured.

10.0 BASE SECURITY REQUIREMENTS. The Contractor’s employees, performing craning and rigging services within Langley AFB, shall meet all entry requirements required by the Security Forces Squadron to be allowed on the installation. Vehicle registration, proof of insurance, and a valid driver's license must be presented for all vehicles entering Langley AFB commercial gate. The Contractor shall make sure all employees have the required training, certifications and comply with all federal, state, and local environmental requirements and/or laws.

11.0 SAFETY. The Contractor shall conform to all safety regulations to include but not limited to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

DELIVERABLES:

1. Rigging Items

Description
QTY
Unit
1
60 Ton crane with operator
1
LOT
2
25,000lb skates
6
EA
3
15 Ton jacks
6
EA
4
Security strapping webbing
2
EA

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