Crane Upgrades
Overview
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Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
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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 Battelle Energy Alliance, LLC (BEA), Management & Operating Contractor for the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Idaho National Laboratory (INL), is seeking an Expression of Interest (EOI) from qualified vendors for crane upgrade services for Building 679 at INL in Idaho Falls, ID. This initiative aims to enhance the safety and efficiency of material handling capabilities. Responses are due August 14, 2026.
Scope of Work
The scope of work for the crane upgrades in Building 679 may include:
- Assessment of current crane systems and components.
- Removal and replacement of outdated parts and equipment.
- Installation of upgraded crane systems and controls.
- Compliance with applicable safety, operational, and load-handling standards.
- Testing and commissioning to ensure proper functionality and certification. The Davis-Bacon Act applies to contracts exceeding $2,000 for construction, alteration, or repair at INL. Construction work at the INL Site is also subject to the INL Site Stabilization Agreement (SSA).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Expression of Interest (EOI)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: August 14, 2026
- Published: February 24, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested vendors should submit an EOI including:
- Company name and point of contact.
- Description of relevant crane upgrade capabilities and experience.
- NAICS codes and business size classification.
- Any existing DOE or federal contracting experience (if applicable). Submissions should be sent to Chase.Egbert@inl.gov.
Process & Evaluation
This EOI is the initial step to identify interested and qualified vendors. Responses will inform the development of a formal solicitation list, and selected vendors may be invited to participate in a future Request for Proposal (RFP) process for award consideration.
Additional Notes
Information received in response to this EOI may be business sensitive or proprietary and must be marked accordingly by respondents.