Amend 0002 Attachment -Questions and Answers FINAL 22 JAN 2026.pdf

Q1: "The overhead crane on Pier 1: does it need two cantilevers? How far must it extend beyond the quay? It must lift 150 ft above the boat’s deck, but at what height above the quay level? What are the dimensions of the boat to be lifted? The existing runway beams, assuming they can be reused, where are they located in relation to the position of the boat or the mast? For Piers 2 and 3, the situation is the same."

A1: This question does not appear to be in reference to this solicitation.

Q2: As we are designing the crane we have run into some roadblocks that are requiring more time. Can we request a bid extension? Also can we speak with someone on the technical side of the crane specs? There are questions our engineering team has.

A2: This amendment hereby extends the solicitation due date to Friday January 30, 2026, at 1:00 PM Eastern Standard Time. All questions must be submitted via email to the Contracting Officer at thomas.c.hall111.civ@army.mil and Contract Specialist at danielle.r.rhone.civ@army.mil.

Q3: Does the bid emailed to usarmy.leavenworth.acc.mbx.contracting@army.mil?

A3: No, it shall be emailed to thomas.c.hall111.civ@army.mil and danielle.r.rhone.civ@army.mil.

Q4: Do all "DD Forms" need to be submitted with bid package?

A4: No, the CDRL forms are not required to be submitted with your quote.

Q5: Beside the solicitation do any spec sheets need to be added?

A5: Contractors are instructed to use their own discretion as to what shall be submitted as part of your quote.

Contractors shall ensure they have read the solicitation, Instructions to Offerors and Addendum to Evaluation to comply with submission instructions.

Q6: In response to PD Section 4 – Crane Design & System Configuration Requirements, for the crane dimensions, please confirm the required or maximum allowable overall crane dimensions (height, width, and length), as well as any site-specific clearance limitations.

A6: Height: as stated in 4.1.5. the hook height must be a minimum of 50 ft above ground elevation. Width: as stated in 4.1.4. trolley must be able to travel 100 ft between the legs of the gantry. The only clearance limitation is that there is another railroad line running parallel with the spur, so there will only be a 10 ft clearance in which the leg of the gantry will be able to travel (taking into account the 12 ft mandatory clearance required by PA state law for each line).

Q7: In response to PD Section 4 – Crane Design & System Configuration Requirements, for Jib Crane Requirement, is a mast-mounted jib crane required or preferred to support maintenance and component replacement activities?

A7: No additional jib crane will be required.

Q8: In response to PD Section 4 – Crane Design & System Configuration Requirements, for the automatic lubrication systems, are automatic lubrication (auto-greasing) systems required, preferred, or optional?

A8: An automatic lubrication system is not required but each quoter has the ability to exceed the minimum requirements of the Purchase Description.

Q9: In response to PD Section 4 – Crane Design & System Configuration Requirements, for the power source, please confirm acceptable or required power sources for the RTG crane (diesel, hybrid, electric). Are there any emissions, sustainability, or energy-efficiency constraints that must be met?

A9: Per paragraph 4.1.2 of the Purchase Description, the crane shall be powered by a diesel engine. Engine capabilities must meet or exceed Federal Regulation to include Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) requirements.

Q10: In response to PD Sections 4 and 7 – Technology, Controls & Automation, specifications for Technology / Automation Features, are any advanced technology features required or preferred, such as: DGPS positioning, Autosteer, Automation or semi-automation systems?

A10: No, none are required but each quoter has the ability to exceed the minimum requirements of the Purchase Description. Additionally refer to section 1.3.7. of the PD that states the system can not have any network connection of any kind.

Q11: In response to PD Section 4 – Operator Cab & Human Factors for Operator Cab Requirements, please clarify operator cab requirements, including: Trainer or secondary seat requirements, seatbelt requirements, electrical power availability and demand within the cab, speaker, alarm and audible warning requirements, Camera and monitor requirements for internal and external visibility, and Identification of any Government-furnished versus contractor-furnished cab systems.

A11: Answers are as follows:

For Trainer or secondary seat requirements, not required.

For seatbelt requirements, Lap belts required.

For Electrical power availability and demand within the cab a minimum one outlet meeting the requirements as specified in 4.2.6.12 of Purchase Description inside cab not including the one for charging the remote control. At least two (2) outlets inside cab minimum.

For Speaker, alarm, and audible warning requirements, a travel warning alarm required as per 4.1.11.

Quoters have the ability to exceed the minimum requirements of the Purchase Description.

For camera and monitor requirements for internal and external visibility, two (2) work cameras as stated in Purchase Description paragraph 4.1.15.

For identification of any Government-furnished versus contractor-furnished cab systems, the Government will not be furnishing any items for this purchase. The Government is purchasing a turn-key system from a vendor that will be set up and tested by the vendor prior to acceptance.

Q12: In response to PD Sections 1.4 & 4 – Safety, Lighting & Environmental Compliance, for Lighting Requirements, are there specified lighting or lumen requirements for yard illumination and personnel safety (e.g., minimum lux levels or applicable OSHA / Army standards)?

A12: Lighting requirements are specified in Purchase Description paragraphs 4.1.12 through 4.1.14, 4.1.16, and

4.1.18. Each quoter has the ability to exceed the minimum requirements of the Purchase Description.

Q13: For the Safety Equipment Requirements, please confirm whether the following safety features are required, preferred, or optional: White noise or backup alarms, Amber or warning lights, Wheel guards, Ladder safety cages, and Fire suppression systems (LVS or dry chemical)

A13: Answers are as follows:

For the White noise or backup alarms, travel alarms shall sound while unit is in motion. No white noise.

For the Amber or warning lights, warning lights shall meet or exceed the requirement 4.1.12.

For the Wheel guards, bogies shall be protected by wheel guards as stated in 4.1.3.

For the Ladder safety cages, there is no requirement for a vertical ladder, however, if one is installed it is required to have a safety cage and a way to secure it from unauthorized access (a hinged plate over the bottom set of rungs able to be secured by a padlock).

For the Fire suppression systems (LVS or dry chemical), ABC type extinguisher required to be mounted in cab. Each quoter has the ability to exceed the minimum requirements of the Purchase Description.

Q14: In reference to PD Section 5 – Yard Conditions & Infrastructure for Yard Surface Conditions, please confirm whether the operating yard surface is paved, gravel/rock, or a combination.

A14: The travel surface material has not been determined at this time. The Government is seeking a concrete pad however, is prepared to consider hard packed gravel. The solution should consider both variables.

Q15: For the grade / Incline, will the crane be required to operate on grades or inclines, and if so, what is the maximum allowable slope?

A15: The Yard Conditions and Infrastructure are still being worked on by another contract. The requirements provided for that work was that the rated gradeability for gravel could be no more than 2% and for concrete or asphalt it would be 4%.

Q16: For Ground Bearing Pressure, are there ground bearing pressure or weight limitations that the crane design must accommodate?

A16: No ground bearing pressures designed into the infrastructure surface at this time.

Q17: For Crane Pads, are there designated crane pads adjacent to the rail tracks? If so, please provide approximate dimensions and load ratings.

A17: No Crane Pads.

Q18: In response to PD Sections 5 & 7 – Rail & Yard Operations, for Rail Track Length, please confirm the overall rail track length within the operating yard.

A18: There is a 300-350 ft long rail spur that the gantry crane will be loading and unloading from, therefore, the normal travel of the gantry will be between 200 to 250 ft back and forth.

Q19: For the Standard Train Length, is there a standard train length typically serviced at this location?

A19: There is no standard length at this time.

Q20: For Double-Stack Operations, will double-stack rail operations be conducted?

A20: Double stack rail operations are not the norm, but we do not want to limit our capabilities.

Q21: In response to PD Section 7 – Lift Profile & Operational Throughput for the Container Lift Volume, what is the maximum number of container lifts per day anticipated?

A21: Container lifts are not the norm but are conducted from time to time. The normal operation of the dock is lifting military assets of various shapes and sizes from both rail and commercial trucking operations. Maximum number of lifts a day estimated at 20 lifts.

Q22. For Oversized / Non-Standard Loads, what is the maximum number of oversized or non-standard lifts per day anticipated?

A22: All lifts would categorize as non-standard as each type of asset requires a different rigging set up.

Q23: In response to PD Sections 4 & 7 – Handling Modes & Interfaces for Yard Stacking & Tracking Systems, will containers be stacked within the yard? If so, are yard management or gate tracking systems required or Government-provided?

A23: As stated, container lifting is not the norm. No containers will be stored in the yard and no gate tracking systems would be required.

Q24: For Trailer Handling, will operations include lifting from domestic trailers, and if so, are trailer legs or specialized spreader attachments required?

A24: Specialized spreader bars are called out in the purchase description under section 4.5.

Q25: For Pick Points, will the crane be required to pick loads from Ground level, trucks and/or chassis?

A25: Yes, crane will be required to pick up loads from all three; ground level, trucks and chassis.

Q26: For Delivery and Installation Timeline, is there a desired delivery and installation timeline the Government is targeting from the date of award? Additionally, can the Government provide anticipated lead time expectations, as the crane will require engineering and fabrication prior to delivery?

A26: See solicitation, delivery schedule is 365 calendar days after date of award and installation is required afterward. Note that installation is dependent upon another project, so delays may occur. Please price accordingly to cover for any possible delays.

Q27: For Training Requirements, will operator and maintenance training be conducted consecutively or separately, and is the training expected to occur during normal depot operating hours only?

A27: Training will be done consecutively and during normal depot operating hours. Maintenance training pertains to operator maintenance, not overall monthly and annual maintenance.

Q28: For Crane Capacity Flexibility, will the Government consider proposals offering a rubber tired gantry crane with a rated lifting capacity greater than or less than 75 tons, provided the proposed crane meets or exceeds all operational, safety, and performance requirements outlined in the Purchase Description?

A28: The rated lifting capacity must meet or exceed 75 tons. An overall lifting capacity of less than 75 tons will not be accepted.

Q29: Do you need the two of 40t hoist placed vertically to the crane main beam? Please confirm which option you need or you can simply confirm how will the container be place? perpendicular to the crane's main beam? We propose two options: Option 1: two of 40t hoist on one trolley placed vertically to the crane main beam.

Option 2: two of 40t hoist placed Parallel to the crane main beam.

A29: Double girder with two 40t hoists (one per girder). Double girder with two 40t hoists traveling on a single trolley spanning the two girders.

Q30: For Required span width / container rows, how many lines (rows) of containers must be covered within the crane span?

A30: Containers are not the main load that will be lifted. The goal is to have two lanes of traffic and one railroad spur supported by this gantry crane.

Q31: For daily handling volume, approximately how many containers are expected to be handled per day?

A31: Approximately 10 to 15 assets will be moved daily with a maximum of 20 assets daily.

Q32: What type of product(s) are we lifting?

A32: Mostly military assets of various shapes, sizes, and weights. Some military ISO Containers or CONEX boxes.

Q33: Are you able to provide product drawings?

A33: No, there are too many products, they are military assets, and the products we move this year may not be the same ones we will be moving next year.

Q34: Where are the hook points?

A34: Again, various locations which is the reason for the required adjustable spreader beam.

Q35: How many hook points?

A35: Varies.

Q36: Do you need a spreader beam or beams?

A36: Stated in requirements under the accessories section.

Q37: What is the weight of piece(s) lifted – max/min.

A37: -The weight of items being lifted varies. For example, pieces being lifted could be a small generator trailer weighting less than 2000 pounds, or a large up-armored vehicle weighing approximately 89,000 pounds, not including the weight of the spreader beam which lifts the asset.

Q38: What is the length, width and height of the piece(s) lifted?

A38: The length, width and heigh of items being lifted varies. Using the example from Answer 37, the generator trailer measures 10’L X 6’W X 6’H, and a large up-armored vehicle can measure 40’L X 8’9”W X 12”6”H.

Q39: Does the product need to be manipulated, turned, flipped?

A39: The only possible change may be rotating the asset. That would be the only manipulation.

Q40: How far are we traveling and how often?

A40: Limited travel with asset. Plan is to pick from the rail or commercial hauler and transfer to the ground for transport, or to a military transport vehicle.

Q41: Where will the material be placed after picking – For example - On a truck? Outside stacked in rows?

A41: Limited travel with asset. Plan is to pick from the rail or commercial hauler and transfer to the ground for transport, or to a military transport vehicle.

Q42: What is driving the need for the gantry crane?

A42: Current offloading procedures utilize boom cranes which take a long time to move and set up for the variety lifts that are done daily. Additionally, the fleet of boom cranes are aged and breaking down more often. Getting a gantry crane would greatly reduce set up times, and could take the place of multiple current cranes.

Q43: What about this situation could change as your business grows? Heavier loads? The need for more versatility in lifting products?

A43: Workload changes constantly at our facility, that is the reason we are pursuing this purchase. The requested crane would be able to lift every asset we currently handle and any assets we are tracking for future workload.