Crane Operator, Rigger, and Forklift Train-the-Trainer Courses – USCG Base Charleston
Overview
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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 U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Base Charleston has issued a solicitation for a contractor to provide specialized training courses for Crane Operation, Rigging, and Forklift Train-the-Trainer instruction. This is a Firm Fixed-Price requirement set aside 100% for Small Businesses. Training will take place on-site in North Charleston, SC, during March 2026. Quotes are due by February 10, 2025.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide three distinct training iterations for USCG personnel:
- Crane Operator Training (Week of March 9): A five-day course for up to four students on a Grove RT765E-2 crane. Includes safety regulations, best practices, and administration of a nationally recognized certification exam (e.g., NCCCO).
- Rigger Training (Week of March 16): A two-day course for up to 15 students focusing on load calculations, rigging fundamentals, and safe crane support practices.
- Forklift Train-the-Trainer (Week of March 23): A two-day course for up to four students to qualify them as internal instructors and evaluators for powered industrial trucks.
Instructors must hold relevant certifications (e.g., NCCCO, CSP) and provide all manuals, handouts, and testing materials. The USCG will provide the classroom, cranes, and forklifts.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price Purchase Order
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business
- NAICS Code: 611430 (Education Services)
- Questions Due: February 2, 2025, 5:00 PM EST
- Quotes Due: February 10, 2025, 5:00 PM EST
- Performance Period: Sequential weeks in March 2026
Evaluation
Award will be made to the responsible offeror providing the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) quote. Technical proposals must demonstrate a clear understanding of the Statement of Work (SOW) and include a detailed breakdown of labor and material costs.
Additional Notes
Vendors must have an active Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) in SAM.gov. Invoicing will be managed through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). All submissions must be sent via email to SKC Adam Hitchcox.