Crane testing, repair and replacement

This Special Notice published by the Department of the Interior Bureau of Reclamation concerns the replacement of radio control systems on two 20-ton cranes at the Hoover Dam's Nevada and Arizona Valve Houses. The Bureau of Reclamation seeks a contractor to remove the existing wireless control systems and install new Magnetek MLTX2 or equivalent systems along with compatible receivers and transmitters in the 419.800-419.850 MHz frequency range.

The purpose of this Special Notice is to solicit proposals from qualified contractors to replace the crane control systems. Contractors must complete the work within 90 days of starting and are required to lubricate wire ropes and drum gear sets, load test the cranes at 125% of rated capacity, conduct an annual inspection, and provide training to government personnel on operation and maintenance of the new equipment. Proposals are due by December 11, 2023, and interested contractors must have experience working on similar projects and replacing crane control systems in accordance with all applicable safety standards.