Aerial Vehicle Lift & Overhead Crane Inspections

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is soliciting bids for Aerial Vehicle Lift & Overhead Crane Inspections across multiple districts in North Dakota, including Bismarck, Valley City, Devils Lake, Minot, Dickinson, Grand Forks, Williston, and Fargo. Bid Number 941-59-25-050 seeks comprehensive testing and inspection services for 19 line items covering both insulated and non-insulated aerial lifts and overhead cranes. The contract will run from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026, with options for up to two 12-month renewals, not exceeding a total of 36 months. Inspections must be performed by certified SNT-TC-1A NDT technicians and include rigorous testing protocols such as visual inspection, acoustic emission testing, dielectric testing, critical weld inspection, ultrasonic inspection, and functional operational testing. The bid is scheduled to be opened on September 25, 2025, at 1:30 PM CST, with actual inspections to be completed between March 1 and June 30 of the inspection year. Contractors must provide their own man lift for overhead component inspections and comply with OSHA, ANSI, SAE, ASTM, and AWS standards. The contract will be awarded to the lowest total bidder across all 19 items, with shipping and surcharges to be included in the total bid price.

The solicitation does not specifically mention set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must have SNT-TC-1A Level III certified technicians who will review, sign, and date detailed test reports. While no incumbent vendors are listed, the bid requires a high level of technical expertise in industrial equipment inspection. The comprehensive nature of the inspection requirements suggests a potentially significant contract value, though specific budget ranges are not disclosed in the available documentation. Bidders will need to demonstrate extensive technical capabilities, including the ability to perform complex testing across multiple vehicle lifts and overhead cranes in various NDDOT districts. The multi-year contract structure with potential renewals indicates the state's intent to establish a long-term relationship with a qualified inspection service provider. Successful bidders will need to provide comprehensive documentation, maintain strict compliance with industry safety standards, and demonstrate technical proficiency in mechanical and structural equipment testing.