DPW Hoist and Cranes, Inspection, Testing, Maintenance and Repair
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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 Department of the Air Force, 18th Contracting Squadron is soliciting quotations (RFQ FA527026Q0011) for Hoist and Cranes Inspection, Testing, Maintenance, and Repair services across multiple installations in Okinawa, Japan. This unrestricted opportunity seeks contractors to ensure the operational readiness and compliance of non-mobile hoists and cranes. Offers are due by May 5, 2026, at 06:00 PM JST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all management, tools, supplies, equipment, labor, and technical expertise for the comprehensive inspection, testing, maintenance, evaluation, and certification of non-mobile hoists and cranes, including bridge rail systems. Services are required at various U.S. Army installations in Okinawa, Japan, including Torii Station, Naha Port, Kuwae Tank Farm, Chimuwan Tank Farm, and Buckner Communication Site.
Key requirements include:
- Yearly and Monthly Inspections, Testing, Maintenance, and Repair for both Army and non-Army facilities.
- On-call services for out-of-schedule repairs, with a 48-hour response time.
- Compliance with 29 CFR 1910.179, CFR 1926-550, and Japanese Ministry of Labor Ordinance.
- Submission of monthly inspection schedules, reports, certificates, and an annual consolidated master list.
- Adherence to Japan Environmental Governing Standards (JEGS), OSHA, EM 385-1-1, and security requirements.
Contract Details
- Solicitation Number: FA527026Q0011
- Contract Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ)
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (Not set-aside for small business concerns)
- NAICS Code: 811310 (Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance)
- PSC Code: J036 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Special Industry Machinery)
- Period of Performance: A base period from June 1, 2026, to May 31, 2027, with multiple option periods extending the contract up to 5 years.
Submission & Evaluation
Quotations must be submitted electronically via email to A1C Kevin Mendoza and Ken Kuresaki. Files should not exceed 3 MB and must be in Microsoft WORD, EXCEL, or Adobe PDF format (no zip files). Evaluation will be based on the Total Evaluated Price, considering responsible Offerors whose proposals conform to the solicitation requirements.
Key Dates & Actions
- Site Visit Reservation Due: April 9, 2026, 11:00 AM JST (via Attachment 4)
- Site Visit: April 17, 2026, 09:00 AM JST at Camp Courtney Main Gate
- Questions Due: April 22, 2026, 11:00 AM JST (via Attachment 3)
- Offer Due Date: May 5, 2026, 06:00 PM JST
Contacts
- Primary: A1C Kevin A. Mendoza (kevin.mendoza.8@us.af.mil)
- Alternate: Ken Kuresaki (ken.kuresaki.jp@us.af.mil)