Sole Source: NHHCDB Crane Repairs

Wage Determination

This document provides the official U.S. Department of Labor wage determination (WD 2015-4341, Revision 33) for various occupations in Virginia and North Carolina. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for service contract employees working within specific geographic areas.

• Virginia: Counties of Gloucester, Hampton, Isle of Wight, James City, Mathews, and York.

• North Carolina: Counties of Currituck and Gates.

• Minimum Wage Rates: The document lists specific minimum hourly wage rates for a wide range of occupations, from administrative support and clerical roles to technical, health, and transportation occupations.

• Fringe Benefits: Required fringe benefits are detailed, including Health & Welfare ($5.55 per hour or $222.00 per week) and specific provisions for Executive Order 13706 (paid sick leave).

• Executive Orders: The document references Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (minimum wage adjustments), outlining contractor obligations.

• Conformance Process: It details the process for requesting authorization of additional classifications and wage rates if a required occupation is not listed in the determination.

This wage determination is crucial for contractors bidding on federal service contracts within the specified geographic areas. It dictates the minimum labor costs that must be factored into proposals to ensure compliance with federal labor laws.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the repair of a LINKBELT Crane Model RTC80130, specifically the hydraulic swivel, to support the Naval History and Heritage Command (NHHC) Detachment Boston. The crane is used for rigging the USS Constitution and supporting underway movements.

• The contractor must be OEM certified for crane repair.

• The crane will be transported to the contractor's facility for repairs.

• The hydraulic swivel needs to be rebuilt, including removal, shipping to a hydraulic shop for rebuilding, and reinstallation.

• The contractor will also be responsible for removing and reinstalling counterweights and outrigger boxes.

• All hydraulic and electrical connections must be reconnected, and fluid levels checked and topped off.

• The crane will be tested for function and leaks.

• The contractor will transport the crane back to NHHCDB, where vendors will off-load it and conduct final tests.

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Approximately 30 days from award, once replacement parts are on hand.

• Delivery Period: May 17, 2026 to June 17, 2026.

• Offerors must submit quotes electronically to Cody Witz (cody.s.witz.civ@us.navy.mil) by the closing date.

• Quotes must include completed solicitation documents, a detailed price/cost breakdown, and supporting information such as past invoices or sales history.

• The evaluation will be based on the most advantageous offer, considering price as the primary factor.

• Quotes must be held firm for 120 days.

• The acquisition is listed as UNRESTRICTED.

• NAICS Code: 333923 (Industrial Machinery Manufacturing).

• Size Standard: 500 employees.

• The solicitation is a sole source to Wood's CRW Corp.

• The government reserves the right to conduct exchanges.

• Payment will be made via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).

Solicitation / Justification for Sole Source

This document justifies a sole source procurement for the repair of a LINKBELT Crane Model RTC80130 hydraulic swivel. The Naval History and Heritage Command, Detachment Boston (NHHCDB) requires this repair to restore the crane's functionality, which is essential for supporting the USS CONSTITUTION's operations, including rigging and underway movements.

• Rebuild the nonoperational crane hydraulic swivel.

• The service must be performed by an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) certified contractor for LINKBELT cranes.

• All OEM requirements pertaining to assembly/disassembly and any additional AEPs must be followed, as per Naval Facilities, NAVFAC, Navy Crane Center, Weight Handling Management Manual P-307, Chapter 10.8.3.

• The supplies or services must be compatible in all aspects (form, fit, and function) with existing systems.

• The estimated price is redacted.

• The period of performance is not explicitly stated but implies a repair service.

This document is a justification for a sole source award, not a solicitation for proposals. Competition is precluded.

• The requirement is restricted to Wood's CRW Corp., an OEM certified contractor.

• Wood's CRW Corp. is the only known responsive vendor in the area with the specific certifications and experience servicing NHHCDB's LINKBELT Crane.

• The crane's hydraulic swivel is inoperable, and the outriggers cannot function, necessitating the repair.

• Using another OEM certified vendor would incur additional unnecessary time and funding for familiarization with NHHCDB's specific crane.

• The justification is certified as complete and accurate, precluding full and open competition.