Bldg. 4E Crane 0018 Repair at NSWC Carderock

SOL #: N00167-26-SIMACQ-CD-102-0110Special NoticeSole Source

Overview

Buyer

Dept Of Defense
Dept Of The Navy
NSWC CARDEROCK
BETHESDA, MD, 20817-5700, United States

Place of Performance

Bethesda, MD

NAICS

Other Building Equipment Contractors (238290)

PSC

Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Service And Trade Equipment (J035)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
Jun 22, 2026
2
Action Date
Jul 6, 2026, 2:00 PM

Qualification Details

Fit reasons
  • NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
  • Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
  • Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
  • Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps

Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.

Quick Summary

The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division (NSWCCD) intends to award a sole-source contract to CraneWorks, Inc. for the repair of Building 4E Crane 0018 at its West Bethesda, MD facility. The crane was severely damaged in a fire, necessitating extensive repairs and replacement of its hoist and trolley system. This is a Notice of Intent under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), not a request for competitive proposals. Responsible sources may submit capability statements for consideration. The estimated value is $112,356.67.

Scope of Work

The requirement involves comprehensive repair and replacement services for the fire-damaged crane. Key tasks include:

  • Conducting a structural floor load analysis and providing a rigging plan.
  • Safely disconnecting, disassembling, and removing the damaged hoist and trolley system (Unit ID C0018) and associated pendant festoon.
  • Disposing of all removed equipment in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Installing a new 3-ton, Navy-compliant hoist and trolley system with specific technical specifications (e.g., VFD controlled, 41ft lift, 208V-3PH-60H, NEMA 12 enclosure, H4 duty).
  • Replacing the damaged pendant festoon system.
  • Adhering to all applicable building codes, Tri-Services, Federal, State, and local codes.
  • Preparing and submitting a Crane Alternation Request (CAR) to the Navy Crane Center.
  • Providing various deliverables including shop repair orders, NDT documentation, inspection reports, and wiring schematics.
  • All work must be completed within 60 calendar days from the date of award.

Contract Details

  • Type: Sole Source (Notice of Intent)
  • Authority: FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i)
  • Intended Awardee: CraneWorks, Inc., Richmond, Virginia
  • Estimated Value: $112,356.67
  • Set-Aside: N/A (Sole Source)
  • Place of Performance: Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division, 9500 MacArthur Blvd, West Bethesda, MD 20817.

Basis for Sole Source

CraneWorks, Inc. is identified as uniquely qualified due to their status as the incumbent contractor for crane maintenance at the facility (under a USACE contract) and their designation as the NAVFAC contractor for P-307 compliance. They possess intimate and specialized knowledge of the equipment and governing regulations. The Government asserts that awarding to another vendor would create a division of responsibility, introduce significant risks, and cause unacceptable delays in returning the crane to service.

Response Information

This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, responsible sources may submit a capability statement demonstrating their ability to meet all aspects of the requirement. The Government will consider such submissions to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted, but retains sole discretion. Information received will be considered solely for this purpose.

  • Capability Statements Due: July 6, 2026.

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