Zero-Emission Electric Mobile Harbor Crane Procurement

The Port of Vancouver USA is soliciting proposals for the design, manufacture, delivery, and commissioning of two Zero-Emission Electric Mobile Harbor Cranes for operation at Terminal 2. This procurement is funded in part by a $22,570,847 grant from the United States Environmental Protection Agency's Clean Ports Program, with a total project cost estimated at $25,078,719. The scope of work includes all engineering, factory and site acceptance testing, operator training, and post-commissioning support, with a final delivery and acceptance deadline of December 1, 2028. The contract will be awarded as a single Firm Fixed Price agreement based on best value, evaluated through a technical proposal (45 points) and a commercial and qualifications proposal (55 points). Proposals are due electronically by 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time on November 5, 2026. Bidders must demonstrate strict compliance with the Build America, Buy America Act and EPA Clean Ports emissions-reduction reporting requirements. Technical requirements include seamless switching between 4160V AC shore power and battery travel mode, as well as adherence to OSHA-recognized NRTL safety labeling and MIL-STD-810 vibration endurance profiles. Awardees must provide a performance bond and maintain comprehensive insurance, while adhering to federal regulations including 2 CFR Part 200 and the Davis-Bacon Act. Payments will be administered through the Automated Standard Application for Payments system.