58 MXS 70-Ton Truck Crane Rental

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides answers to vendor questions regarding picking points, rigging documentation, and lifting details for the CV-22 aircraft.

• Picking Points/Rigging Documentation: Technical Orders or Engineering Diagrams are not authorized for distribution. However, specific details for a 70T crane are provided: a boom extending at least 60ft, a 3ft distance between lifting eyes (4 separate), and the Center of Gravity is directly below the lifting point on the canted deck.
• Lifting Points: The lifting points are located above the canted deck on the Center Wing of the aircraft, spaced 3ft apart (4 separate), and are directly above the Center of Gravity.
• Equipment: A sling provided by the 71st will connect to all lifting points. The hook latch should suffice for attachment to the sling from the crane, with adapters available if needed based on hook latch size.

This Q&A document clarifies technical details related to lifting and rigging, which may impact how bidders plan for and execute the required tasks. It provides specific parameters for equipment and lifting points that were not previously detailed.

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

To provide a minimum of a 70-ton crane truck rental with operator for a specific lift operation.

• Provide one (1) 70-ton crane truck with a certified operator and rigger.

• Perform a lift operation on March 13th, 2026, between 1000-1400 local Albuquerque time.

• The lift will involve a CV-22 (Ground Instructional Training Aircraft) GITA Aircraft.

• Required lift capacity: minimum of 70 tons.

• Lift weight: Approximately 38,000 lbs.

• Lift distance: Approximately 45 ft from the Center of Gravity.

• Lift height: Approximately 4' off the ground.

• Provide lifting slings, shackles, and rigger.

• Contractor is responsible for all equipment, necessary materials, and rigging equipment.

• Travel time to and from Kirtland AFB is not included.

• Crane service must be scheduled for March 13th, 2026, or rescheduled as requested.

• All components must be in specification with industry standards.

• Lifting of the CV-22 must be completed.

• Contractor must bring all necessary equipment and materials.

• Invoices must be submitted within 30 days.

• Performance will be monitored by the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

• Failure to meet performance standards may result in invoices not being approved.

• Date: March 13th, 2026 (with flexibility for exact date confirmation due to potential weather).

• Time: 1000-1400 local Albuquerque time.

• Place: Kirtland AFB, NM.

• Contractor must provide a certified crane operator and rigger.

• Cranes must be capable of lifting two structures (referencing lift weight and distance).

• Contractor must conform to Government safety regulations.

• The 58th Maintenance Squadron reserves the right to perform inspections and tests.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (Request for Quotation - RFQ) for the rental of a 70-ton truck crane with an operator. The acquisition is set-aside 100% for Small Business Competition.

• Rental of one (1) 70-ton truck crane with a certified operator and rigger.

• The rental is for one day, specifically March 13, 2026, from 1000 to 1400 local Albuquerque time.

• The service includes lifting slings and shackles. Information on existing lifting eyes can be provided upon request.

• The contractor has the option to stage/park the crane on site in a designated safe area before the lift.

• Travel time to and from Kirtland AFB is not included in the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

• The contract type is not explicitly stated, but it is an RFQ for commercial items.

• The period of performance for the rental is March 13, 2026.

• The estimated value is not stated, but the size standard for the NAICS code 238990 is $19M.

• Questions Deadline: February 25, 2026, 1400 MST.

• Response Deadline: March 02, 2026, 1400 MST.

• Quotes must be submitted via email to the points of contact listed.

• Quotes must be valid through March 31, 2026.

• Price quotations must be submitted on Attachment 2 - Quote Sheet.

• Technical submissions must be on a separate document.

• Evaluation Criteria: Offers will be evaluated based on technical capability and price. Technical capability is significantly more important than price. The government will award to the responsible offeror whose offer is most advantageous, considering both factors.

• This acquisition is set-aside 100% for Small Business Competition.

• NAICS Code: 238990 - All Other Specialty Trade Contractors.

• Size Standard: $19M.

• This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; no written solicitation will be issued.

• Incorporated provisions and clauses are effective through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2025-06, dated October 1, 2025.

• Attachment 1 - Performance Work Statement is referenced for additional details.