Crane Services for the Power Plant

The City of Pasadena Water and Power Department is soliciting quotes for as-needed crane services at the Glenarm Power Plant to support the hoisting of turbines and heavy equipment. The plant utilizes five natural gas-fired combustion turbine units, including simple cycle and combined cycle units with capacities ranging from 26 MW to 71 MW. This informal selection process is for a multi-year contract running from November 2, 2026, to November 2, 2029. The selected contractor must provide certified crane operators, rigging personnel, and hydraulic truck cranes with a minimum capacity of 110 tons. Services must cover both regularly scheduled work and emergency responses, with all operations adhering to OSHA, CAL/OSHA, and ANSI safety regulations. Bidders are required to submit their proposals via the City's eProcurement Portal by October 8, 2026. The award will be based on the lowest grand total price from responsive and responsible bidders. Essential submission requirements include a Unique Entity Identifier, a relevant experience form, and various legal certifications regarding lobbying and equal opportunity employment. Contractors are responsible for obtaining all necessary road and traffic permits from the City's Transportation and Police Departments and must maintain comprehensive general liability, workers' compensation, and equipment insurance. Additionally, contracts totaling $25,000 or more are subject to the Pasadena Living Wage Ordinance, and the organization operates on Net 30 payment terms.