Gantry Crane Repair Parts

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for Gantry Crane Repair services. The government is procuring repair parts and on-site technical services to remove damaged components and install new ones for gantry cranes. The objective is to ensure the cranes are fully operational and meet safety and performance standards.

• Provide and deliver specified repair parts (detailed in Appendix A, Part 1).

• Provide on-site technical service for component replacement and installation.

• Perform acceptance testing to certify operational status and compliance with OEM standards.

• Provide a signed certificate of completion/service report.

• Return all damaged and replaced components to the Government.

• The solicitation number is FA910126QB029.

• The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 333923, with a size standard of 1250 employees.

• The solicitation is unrestricted.

• The offer due date is April 9, 2026, at 1:00 PM local time.

• Offers are to be submitted by the date and time specified.

• The document incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4 by reference, with addenda.

• This acquisition is unrestricted.

• The document includes various FAR and DFARS clauses incorporated by reference and in full text, covering topics such as payment, contract administration, and representations and certifications.

• Specific line items include repair parts such as "BEAM, SPRDR, LATERAL," "BEAM, SPRDR, LNGTDNL," and "HOOK, DUPLEX WINUT, 200T."

• Shipping and handling for optional items are covered under a separate CLIN.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a "Notice of Intent to Sole Source" from the Department of the Air Force, Headquarters Air Force Test Center (AFTC) at Holloman AFB. It informs registered vendors under NAICS code 333923 that the AFTC intends to solicit, negotiate, and award a sole source firm-fixed-price purchase order to Marine Travelift, Inc. (dba Shuttlelift) for Gantry Crane Repair Parts and incidental services. The requirement includes the delivery and installation of parts to repair a currently inoperable crane.

Market research concluded that Shuttlelift is the only vendor capable of meeting the specifications. The anticipated award date is April 8, 2026. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, bid, proposal, or quotation by April 6, 2026, at 1300 MDT, which will be considered if received. Interested parties should submit information electronically to Contracting Officer Brett Moore at brett.moore.6@us.af.mil.

Notice of Intent to Sole Source

This document serves as a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Gantry Crane Repair services. The Air Force Test Center (AFTC) at Holloman AFB, New Mexico, has concluded market research and intends to award a firm-fixed-price purchase order to Marine Travelift Inc. (parent company to Shuttlelift) under Simplified Acquisition Procedures, citing FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) as the authority for a sole source acquisition. This is due to the determination that only one responsible source can satisfy the agency's requirements.

• Repair of the Shuttlelift SL200 Gantry Crane (SN: 292 1202).

• Provision of all necessary personnel, equipment, tools, materials, and supervision.

• All parts must be OEM-certified.

• Services must be performed by Shuttlelift-authorized technicians.

• Includes a Base Requirement for definite repairs and Optional Items for potential unforeseen parts and services.

• Acceptance testing to certify the crane is fully operational and meets OEM safety and performance standards.

• Provision of a signed certificate of completion/service report.

• Return of all damaged and replaced components.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP).

• Period of Performance: All on-site work to be completed within 6 weeks After Receipt of Order (ARO).

• NAICS Code: 333923.

• Small Business Size Standard: 1,250 Employees.

• This notice is NOT a request for competitive proposals or quotes.

• However, responsible sources may submit a capability statement, bid, proposal, or quotation.

• Submissions must be received no later than 6 April 2026 at 1300 MDT.

• All information shall be submitted electronically.

• Anticipated award date: 10 April 2026.

• The acquisition is intended for a small business.

• Sole source to Marine Travelift Inc. (parent company to Shuttlelift).

• The government reserves the right to determine not to compete this proposed action based on responses to this notice.

• Contact Information:

  • Contracting Officer: Mr. Brett Moore (brett.moore.6@us.af.mil)
  • Contract Specialist: Ms. Mikayla Roland (mikayla.roland@us.af.mil)

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition) for the repair of a 200-ton Shuttlelift Gantry Crane (SN: 292 1202) at the Holloman High Speed Test Track (HHSTT). The crane is critical for developing Department of Defense systems and its recent failure has halted all test operations, delaying National Defense programs. The justification is based on unusual and compelling urgency and the fact that Marine Travelift, Inc. (dba Shuttlelift) is the only responsible source capable of meeting the agency's requirements.

• Immediate procurement of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts.

• Expert technical services for repair, testing, and certification of the gantry crane.

• The repair is necessary due to critical components exceeding their service life and requiring immediate replacement.

• The base requirement estimated cost is not explicitly stated but options are available up to a potential total of [REDACTED].

• The estimated contract cost (including options) is [REDACTED].

• The contracting activity is PZ (Arnold) OL Holloman.

• This document is a justification for a sole source acquisition, not a solicitation with submission instructions or evaluation criteria.

• Not applicable as this is a sole source justification.

• The crane's unavailability has reduced mission capabilities by an estimated 60% and jeopardizes 10 scheduled missions.

• The repair is considered more cost-effective than procuring a new crane.

• Market research confirmed that Shuttlelift is the sole manufacturer and distributor of proprietary parts and possesses the exclusive engineering data necessary for the repair.

• No formal sources sought synopsis or RFI was issued due to the urgent need to avoid unacceptable delays.

• The HHSTT will conduct ongoing market surveillance to identify potential alternative vendors for future servicing.

• The Contracting Officer determined that only a single source is reasonably available in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(1).

Notice of Intent to Sole Source

This document serves as a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Gantry Crane Repair services for a Shuttlelift SL200 Gantry Crane (SN: 292 1202) at Holloman AFB, NM. The Air Force Test Center (AFTC) has concluded market research and intends to award a firm-fixed-price purchase order to Marine Travelift Inc (parent company to Shuttlelift) under Simplified Acquisition Procedures, citing FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) as the authority for a sole source award due to only one responsible source satisfying agency requirements.

• Base Requirement (CLIN 0001): Provide and deliver all repair parts as itemized in Appendix A, Part 1. Provide on-site technical service to remove damaged components and install new parts. Perform acceptance testing to certify the crane is fully operational and meets OEM safety and performance standards. Provide a certificate of completion/service report. Return all damaged and replaced components.

• Optional Parts (CLIN 0002-0004): Contractor shall furnish and install parts listed in Appendix A, Part 2, if authorized by the Contracting Officer (CO). Price includes parts and installation labor.

• Shipping and Handling (CLIN 0005): Covers freight costs for any exercised optional CLINs (0002-0004), with a Not to Exceed (NTE) amount.

• Parts & Services: All parts must be OEM-certified, and services must be performed by Shuttlelift-authorized technicians.

• Completion Time: All on-site work and crane certification must be completed no later than 6 weeks After Receipt of Order (ARO).

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) Purchase Order.

• NAICS Code: 333923 (Small business size standard: 1,250 Employees).

• CAGE Code: 50963 for Marine Travelift Inc.

• Notice Type: This is NOT a request for competitive proposals or quotes.

• Response Deadline: Interested parties may submit a capability statement, bid, proposal, or quotation by 16 April 2026 at 1300 MDT.

• Anticipated Award Date: 22 April 2026.

• Submission Method: All information must be submitted electronically to the Contracting Officer (Mr. Brett Moore) or Contract Specialist (Ms. Mikayla Roland).

• The acquisition is for a small business.

• The government has determined that Marine Travelift Inc is the only vendor able to meet the specifications.

• The government reserves the right to not compete this action based on responses to this notice.

• The government may elect to purchase optional items and authorize unforeseen work at its sole discretion.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Single Source Justification for the "Gantry Crane Repair 2026" project at the Holloman High Speed Test Track (HHSTT). The 846th Test Squadron requires the immediate procurement of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts and expert technical services to repair its 200-ton Shuttlelift Gantry Crane (SN: 292 1202). The crane is critical for impact mission testing and is a single point of failure for developing key Department of Defense systems. A recent failure has halted all test operations, delaying National Defense programs.

• Immediate procurement of OEM parts for the 200-ton Shuttlelift Gantry Crane.

• Expert technical services for repair, testing, and certification.

• Replacement of multiple critical components that have exceeded their service life.

• The justification cites FAR 6.302-1 for soliciting from a single source.

• The base requirement estimated cost is $ [redacted].

• Options are available up to a potential total of $ [redacted] to address significant structural damage.

• This is considered a bridge action.

• Not applicable, as this is a sole-source justification.

• This acquisition is justified for a single source (Marine Travelift, Inc. dba Shuttlelift) due to the proprietary nature of parts and the need for factory-trained technicians.

• Market research confirmed that Marine Travelift, Inc. (dba Shuttlelift) is the only responsible source.

• The crane's inoperability has reduced mission capabilities by an estimated 60% and halted all future impact testing, jeopardizing approximately 10 scheduled missions.

• Procuring a new crane is estimated to cost over $ [redacted] and would take longer than repairs.

• Steps are being taken to preclude future single-source awards by fostering a competitive environment and conducting ongoing market surveillance.

Notice of Intent to Sole Source

This document serves as a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for the repair of a Shuttlelift SL200 Gantry Crane (SN: 292 1202) at Holloman AFB, NM. The Air Force Test Center (AFTC) has concluded market research and intends to award a firm-fixed-price purchase order to Marine Travelift Inc, the parent company of Shuttlelift.

• Base Requirement (CLIN 0001): Provide and install all repair parts as itemized in Appendix A, Part 1. This includes on-site technical service, removal of damaged components, installation of new parts, acceptance testing to certify full operational status and OEM standards, and provision of a signed certificate of completion/service report. All damaged and replaced components must be returned to the Government.

• Optional Parts (CLIN 0002-0004): Contractor shall furnish and install parts listed in Appendix A, Part 2, if authorized by the Contracting Officer.

• Shipping and Handling (CLIN 0005): Covers freight costs for any exercised optional CLINs.

• Parts & Services: All parts must be OEM-certified, and services must be performed by Shuttlelift-authorized technicians.

• Timeline: All on-site work and crane certification must be completed no later than 6 weeks After Receipt of Order (ARO).

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP)

• Acquisition Authority: Sole source under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) due to only one responsible source satisfying agency requirements.

• NAICS Code: 333923

• Small Business Size Standard: 1,250 Employees

• Notice Type: This is NOT a request for competitive proposals or quotes.

• Response Deadline: Interested parties may submit a capability statement, bid, proposal, or quotation by 6 April 2026 at 1300 MDT.

• Anticipated Award Date: 10 April 2026.

• Submission Method: All information must be submitted electronically to the Contracting Officer (Brett Moore) and Contract Specialist (Mikayla Roland).

• The acquisition is intended for a small business (Marine Travelift Inc).

• Market research indicates Shuttlelift is the only vendor capable of meeting the specifications.

• The Government reserves the right to determine not to compete this action based on responses received.