CRANE BELT REPAIR

The U.S. Coast Guard Academy is seeking a certified small business contractor to perform comprehensive repair and maintenance services on a Link-Belt Model RTC 8065II Rough Terrain Crane. The work requires the contractor to transport the crane to their facility, conduct a full inspection, replace hydraulic hoses, wear pads, and bearings, change the hydraulic oil and filters, and complete a full operational test to ensure the equipment meets all performance standards. The crane must be returned to the Academy no later than August 28, 2026, to support ongoing operational and training needs. All work must be carried out by a qualified vendor with expertise in heavy equipment repair and compliance with federal contracting requirements. This contract is solicited under number 70Z03926QCGA00024, with a response deadline of July 22, 2026, and is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 811310, exclusively available to businesses certified by the Small Business Administration. The solicitation is issued by the Department of Homeland Security through the Coast Guard Academy office located in Groton, Connecticut, with performance required at New London, Connecticut. Primary point of contact is Kayla Rex, reachable at kayla.l.rex@uscg.mil or 206-820-1998, with secondary support from Paul Barroso. Interested parties must submit bids through the SAM.gov portal before the deadline to be considered for award.