Bridge Inspection Services

Other / Unclassified

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Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (W9127N26QA095) is for Under Bridge Inspection Truck Services. The government is procuring an under-bridge inspection truck (UBIT) and two operators to provide USACE bridge inspectors safe access to inspect USACE-owned bridges.

• Provision of an under-bridge inspection truck (UBIT).

• Provision of two operators for the UBIT.

• Facilitation of safe access for USACE bridge inspectors to inspect USACE-owned bridges.

• The solicitation is for commercial products and commercial services.

• The contract type is not explicitly stated but implies a firm-fixed-price arrangement for specific inspection services.

• The period of performance is indicated by delivery dates ranging from August 2026 to May 2027 for option line items.

• Offer Due Date: June 11, 2026, at 02:00 PM.

• The solicitation is issued by W071 ENDIST PORTLAND, KO Contracting Division.

• Evaluation criteria are not detailed in the provided sections, but standard FAR clauses are incorporated.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 532412 (Rental and Leasing of Construction Machinery and Equipment).

• Small Business Size Standard: $40,000,000.00.

• The document includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses incorporated by reference and in full text, covering various aspects such as contract administration, labor standards, small business representations, and tax provisions.

• Specific inspection services are itemized with quantities and pricing arrangements (Firm Fixed Price), including base items and option line items for various dam bridge inspections.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To provide an under-bridge inspection truck (UBIT) and two operators to grant USACE bridge inspectors safe access for inspecting USACE-owned bridges.

• Provide a UBIT "Snooper" truck and two operators.

• Perform inspections of bridges at specified locations.

• Include all ancillary personnel, equipment, tools, materials, vehicles, and supervision necessary for the work.

• Acceptable Quality Level (AQL) must meet performance standards listed in sections 5.1 through 5.4.

• Unsatisfactory work must be corrected before contract continuation.

• Daily safety inspection of the UBIT truck is required.

• Period of performance: Date of contract award through June 30, 2027.

• Work is to be performed at various dam locations within the Columbia River Projects (FY26), Willamette River Projects (FY27 - Optional), and Rogue River Projects (FY27 - Optional).

• Security: Compliance with ATOPSEC requirements, including initial training, documentation, and adherence to FPCON/HPCON measures. Personnel requiring access must undergo vetting (NCIC-III, TSDB). E-Verify program compliance is mandatory.

• Safety: Compliance with OSHA standards and USACE Safety Requirements Manual (EM 385-1-1). Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Activity Hazards Analysis (AHA), and Accident Prevention Plan (APP) are required. Hazardous Energy Control Program (HECP) training is mandatory for personnel working in areas under safe clearance.

• Equipment: Provide a specific type of UBIT truck (e.g., "Aspen Aerial A 62" or equivalent) meeting functional, safety, and operational requirements. Equipment must be in good working condition, with no leaks, and must include a spill kit and first aid kit with an AED.

• Personnel: Two operators required, fully trained and certified to operate the truck and bucket, and trained in the USACE HECP. Operators must provide personal fall protection equipment and be trained in fall protection. A written rescue plan is required.

• Quality Assurance: Government will perform monitoring per a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP). Unacceptable performance may result in corrective actions or contract termination.

• Other: Compliance with Walsh-Healey Public Contracts Act or McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act is required. Traffic control will be provided by the Government.