FY 26 Barge Crane & Operator Rental

Solicitation / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from the 628th Contracting Squadron for FY 26 Barge Crane and Operator Rental services at Joint Base Charleston (JB CHS), SC. The procurement is a set-aside for 100% small business.

• Rental of a Barge Crane and Operator for vessel off-loading, including vessel cargo and hatches.

• Off-loading will occur at Alpha Wharf, Goose Creek, Naval Weapons Station.

• Period of Performance: 14 days upon government notification.

• One (1) day for performance and positioning walk-throughs will be conducted prior to the operational day.

• The contractor shall furnish all labor, supervision, materials, supplies, tools, and equipment necessary for the work, in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

• Pricing is required for operational hours exceeding standard operational hours on a per-hour basis.

• NAICS Code: 238990

• Size Standard: $19M

• Offers must be submitted to luke.jackson@us.af.mil.

• Submission Deadline: No later than 1400 EST on 19 February 2026.

• This opportunity is set aside for 100% small business.

• The document includes a fill-in sheet for pricing and vendor information.

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To provide a barge crane, operator, barges, rigger(s), and maneuvering vessel (tug) to perform off-loading vessel hatches and vessel cargo at Joint Base Charleston – Naval Weapon Station, Goose Creek SC.

• Provide a certified barge crane operator.

• Supply a barge crane and rigging gear compliant with ASME B30.8, ASME B30.9, ASME B30.20, OSHA 1926 subpart CC, and 29 CFR 1917 standards.

• Crane must meet specific lifting capabilities, including a maximum diagonal lifting lug measurement of 10.70 meters (35'2") and a maximum cargo weight of 99,495 lbs.

• Specific dimensions and weights for Hold 2 Hatch Cover, Aft Tween Deck, Fwd Tween Deck, and Hold 3 Hatch Cover are detailed.

• Crane must be capable of lifting vessel cargo to a minimum clearance height of 5' above the vessel.

• Provide sufficient barges or deck space for hatch cover(s) and cargo off-load, if required.

• Maneuver off-load barges and barge crane aft of the cargo vessel and off-load cargo from transport barge(s) to transport vehicle(s) on the pier.

• Period of Performance (PoP) is 14 days.

• Delivery and pre-positioning of crane and equipment required at the start of the PoP.

• Off-loading operations are expected to be a maximum of 12 hours per operational day, with a 24-hour notification.

• One (1) day for 8 hours will be allocated for performance and positioning walk-throughs.

• Location: Joint Base Charleston – Naval Weapon Station, Goose Creek SC.

• Contractor personnel requiring access must submit to background checks.

• The government will provide a 20' Tandemloc Autoloc Spreader, spotters, and riggers pier side during off-load operations.

• Cargo containers will be no larger than (height/width/depth) - Note: Specific dimensions are not provided in the document.

• Off-loading performance is expected to be 12 hours maximum in duration per operational day.

• Coordination with government counterparts is required prior to operational days.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 3 Provisions and Clauses," contains a comprehensive list of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses and provisions that are incorporated by reference or in full text into the solicitation/contract/order FA441826Q0017. It also includes supplemental clauses and representations and certifications required from offerors.

• FAR Clauses Incorporated by Reference: Lists numerous FAR clauses related to various aspects of contracting, including prohibitions, terms and conditions, small business concerns, labor standards, and payment.
• DFARS Clauses Incorporated by Reference: Lists DFARS clauses covering topics such as compensation of former DoD officials, safeguarding covered defense information, and business operations with certain foreign regimes.
• FAR Clauses Incorporated by Full Text: Includes specific clauses such as "Electronic Submission of Payment Requests and Receiving Reports" (DFARS 252.232-7003) and "Wide Area WorkFlow Payment Instructions" (DFARS 252.232-7006), detailing electronic invoicing and payment procedures.
• Special Contract Requirements: Outlines specific FAR and DFARS clauses related to contract administration, including those for commercial products and services.
• Representations, Certifications, & Other Statements: Contains provisions requiring offerors to provide representations and certifications regarding various matters, including business size, foreign operations, and responsibility.
• List of Attachments: Identifies "Attachment 01: Barge Crane Service PWS" and "Attachment 02: SCA WD 2015-4427 Wage Determination" as separate documents.

This document is critical for bidders as it defines the legal and contractual framework for the opportunity. It details the terms and conditions that will govern any resulting contract, including payment procedures, labor standards, reporting requirements, and required certifications. Bidders must carefully review these clauses and provisions to understand their obligations and ensure their proposals comply with all stated requirements.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (FA441826Q0017) is for a Barge Crane and Operator rental service to support the 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron (LRS) at Joint Base Charleston - Naval Weapon Station, Goose Creek SC. The service is required for vessel off-loading, including vessel cargo and hatches.

• Provision of a barge crane, operator, barges, rigger(s), and maneuvering vessel (tug).

• All labor, equipment, transportation, management, and supervision necessary for the service.

• Performance Work Statement (PWS) is attached and details the required work.

• Product Service Code: W039

• NAICS Code: 238990

• Size Standard: USD 19,000,000.00

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price

• Period of Performance: March 20, 2026, to April 2, 2026.

• Pricing for operational hours exceeding standard hours will be on a per-hour basis.

• Offer Due Date/Local Time: February 19, 2026, 02:00 PM.

• Solicitation Number: FA441826Q0017

• Evaluation factors for award are detailed in Section M (Page 38).

• FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5 are incorporated by reference or attached.

• DFARS clauses are incorporated by reference.

• The acquisition is set aside 100% for Small Business.

• The document includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses, including those related to payment, representations and certifications, and contract terms and conditions.

• A Performance Work Statement (PWS) and Wage Determination are attached as supporting documents.

Solicitation / RFQ

This Request for Quotation (RFQ) FA441826Q0017 is for FY 26 Barge Crane and Operator Rental services at Joint Base Charleston (JB CHS), SC. The 628th Contracting Squadron is soliciting quotations for these services.

• Rental of a Barge Crane and Operator.

• Service to complete vessel off-loading, including vessel cargo and hatches.

• Off-loading will occur at Alpha Wharf, Goose Creek, Naval Weapons Station.

• The Contractor shall furnish all labor, supervision, materials, supplies, tools, and equipment necessary for the work, in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

• Pricing is required for operational hours exceeding standard operational shift hours.

• Period of Performance: 14 days upon government notification.

• NAICS Code: 238990

• Size Standard: $19M

• Offers must be submitted no later than 1400 EST on 19 February 2026.

• Submission should be via email to luke.jackson@us.af.mil.

• This acquisition is a 100% small business set-aside.

• Bidders must complete the provided form and submit their offer.

• The document references a Performance Work Statement (PWS) which details further requirements.

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

To provide all labor, equipment, transportation, management, and supervision required to perform off-loading of vessel hatches and vessel cargo at Joint Base Charleston – Naval Weapon Station, Goose Creek SC.

• Provide a barge crane, operator, barges, rigger(s), and maneuvering vessel (tug).

• The barge crane operator must be certified for the size and type of crane operated.

• Comply with ASME B30.8, ASME B30.9, ASME B30.20, OSHA 1926 subpart CC, and 29 CFR 1917 standards.

• Provide rigging gear with current inspection.

• Crane must be capable of lifting vessel cargo to a minimum clearance height of 5' above the vessel.

• Provide sufficient barges or deck space for hatch cover(s) and cargo off-load, if required.

• If cargo offload is required, place 20' ISO container onto a contractor-provided barge and maneuver it aft of the cargo vessel to off-load cargo to transport vehicles on the pier.

• Crane must meet specific lifting capability requirements, including maximum diagonal lifting lug measurement, highest/lowest beginning lifting points, vessel dimensions, maximum lift distance, and maximum cargo weight (99,495lbs).

• Specific dimensions and weights for Hold 2 Hatch Cover, Aft Tween Deck, Fwd Tween Deck, and Hold 3 Hatch Cover are detailed.

• Off-loading performance is expected to be 12 hours maximum in duration (excluding travel).

• The crane and equipment shall be delivered and pre-positioned upon 24-hour notification.

• The crane shall remain at the designated location for a minimum of 14 calendar days.

• Off-loading operations will occur at Joint Base Charleston – Naval Weapon Station, Goose Creek SC.

• Contractor personnel requiring access to JB CHS must submit to applicable background checks.

• The government will provide a 20' Tandemloc Autoloc Spreader.

• The government will provide spotters and riggers pier side during off-load operations.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-4427, Revision No. 32) for the Service Contract Act. It lists various occupational codes and titles along with their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and required fringe benefits for the specified geographic area (South Carolina Counties of Berkeley, Charleston, Dorchester).

This document is crucial for potential bidders as it establishes the minimum wage and fringe benefit requirements for service employees working on federal contracts in the specified region. Bidders must use these rates when calculating their labor costs for proposals to ensure compliance with the Service Contract Act. It details rates for a wide range of occupations, from administrative support to technical and maintenance roles, and also outlines general benefits such as paid sick leave, vacation, and holidays.