Tobyhanna Army Depot Radome Crane Service and Operator

The Department of the Army is seeking a non-personal service contract to provide a crane with an operator at Tobyhanna Army Depot, specifically for lifting a 9,000-pound radome cap measuring 29 feet tall by 68 feet wide. The solicitation (W51AA125Q0028) requires the crane to operate at an 80-foot working radius and complete the lifting task within one day, with an additional day allocated for potential weather delays. Interested small businesses are invited to submit their completed solicitation documents and required submittals to Contract Specialist Dean Berkovics via email by March 5, 2025. While specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the documents, the contract appears to focus on technical capability, safety compliance, and the ability to perform the precise lifting requirements. Potential bidders should carefully review the Performance Work Statement and attached government files, which include safety standards and security operation requirements.

The contract is set aside exclusively for small businesses and falls under the NAICS category of Construction, Mining, and Forestry Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (532412). The place of performance is located in Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania, with the work expected to be completed within a short timeframe, likely not exceeding two days. Tobyhanna Army Depot will provide all necessary rigging and hardware for the lift, and no special site clearances are required prior to work commencement. The solicitation indicates the crane will be needed for up to 8 hours, operating on a paved setup area with no overhead or underground obstructions. While specific contract value is not disclosed, the procurement appears to be a specialized, single-event service focused on precise equipment positioning and lifting capabilities for a military depot infrastructure project.