Garrison Dam Man Lift Rental
Overview
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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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District, is soliciting proposals for Garrison Dam Man Lift Rental to support Hydraulic Steel Structure (HSS) inspections of the Garrison Dam spillway Tainter gates in Riverdale, ND. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due June 3, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the rental of a man lift for a 28-day period to facilitate HSS inspections. The man lift must be capable of providing access for two Corps of Engineers inspectors and one operator, with a minimum horizontal reach of 80 feet (approximately 65 feet needed for inspection). It must be self-leveling, in good working condition, and certified in accordance with ANSI A92.2. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary equipment, tools, vehicles, supervision, safety devices, and a first aid kit. A plan for lowering and raising the man lift from the spillway wall to the slab is required. In case of mechanical failure, repair or replacement must occur within 24 hours.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (implied)
- Period of Performance: Date of Contract Award through August 30, 2026, with work expected in June or July 2026.
- NAICS Code: 532412, Construction, Mining, and Forestry Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (Size Standard: $40M)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Submission & Evaluation
Offers must be submitted electronically to Brianna Wohlers (Brianna.N.Wohlers@usace.army.mil) by June 3, 2026, 02:00 PM. Proposals should be a single PDF document, not exceeding 25 pages. Evaluation factors include Technical (proposed crane company, capacity, reach), Past Performance (at least three project examples from the past two years demonstrating man lift experience), and Price (completion of Attachment 2 - Pricing Schedule).
Key Dates & Contacts
- Solicitation Issue Date: May 4, 2026
- Site Visit: May 15, 2026, 10:00 AM local time (RSVP required)
- Questions Due: Seven calendar days prior to the proposal due date
- Proposal Due Date: June 3, 2026, 02:00 PM
- Primary Contact: Brianna Wohlers (Brianna.N.Wohlers@usace.army.mil)
- Place of Performance: Garrison Project, Riverdale, ND 58565