Bid guide
How to bid on MTE Mobile Crane Support Service for the Department of the Interior
What the agency is buying
The Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, needs mobile crane services for the Mount Elbert Power Plant in Twin Lakes, Colorado. This work supports restoration activities at the plant.
The contract requires two main lifting operations: removing and transporting six bulkhead segments from the forebay inlet-outlet structure to a storage yard, and transporting crane load-testing blocks between an outdoor storage yard and the powerhouse for overhead crane testing. The contractor must provide all labor, supervision, equipment, transportation, rigging, permits, and related services.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on July 29, 2026. If you have questions about this opportunity, they must be submitted by August 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM MDT. The government will post responses to questions on SAM.gov.
Your offer is due by August 28, 2026, at 1:00 PM MDT. The period of performance for this contract is from October 1, 2026, through April 15, 2027.
Who this opportunity suits
This is a total small-business set-aside opportunity. It is suitable for firms categorized under NAICS 238990, All Other Specialty Trade Contractors. Vendors should specialize in providing commercial mobile crane services and be able to handle complex lifting and transportation tasks.
The work involves moving government property and requires strict adherence to Federal, State, OSHA, manufacturer, and industry safety requirements. Firms with experience in power plant or heavy industrial settings may find this opportunity particularly relevant.
How to respond
To access the solicitation documents, you will need to view the original source on the government portal. Sometimes, clicking the link once takes you to the homepage, so you may need to click it a second time to reach the specific bid.
You might need a free account on the portal to view all documents, but for many bids, this is not necessary. Once you have reviewed the solicitation, prepare your offer according to its specific requirements and submit it by the deadline.
Tips for a competitive response
Ensure your proposal clearly demonstrates your firm's capability to provide safe, timely, and professional mobile crane services. Highlight your experience with similar lifting and transportation operations, especially those involving sensitive equipment or in challenging environments.
Detail your approach to safety and compliance, showing how you will meet all applicable Federal, State, OSHA, manufacturer, and industry safety requirements. Provide specific examples of how your equipment and personnel are suited for the tasks described, including the removal of bulkhead segments and the transportation of load-testing blocks. Clearly outline your proposed schedule and resources to ensure the work is completed within the specified performance period.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Interior, Department of the; the original posting controls.