Sources Sought - Compact Mini Crawler Crane

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Notice type
Sources Sought
Solicitation #
FA485526Q0043
NAICS
333120
PSC
3950
Posted
June 15, 2026
Response due
June 30, 2026
Place of performance
Cannon AFB, NM

What this opportunity is

The Department of Defense is seeking sources for a compact mini crawler crane, suitable for operations in confined spaces, with specific capabilities including a maximum lifting capacity of 6,680 lbs and various safety features. This opportunity is relevant for small businesses in the manufacturing sector, particularly those classified under NAICS 333120. As this is a Sources Sought notice, interested vendors should focus on demonstrating their capabilities rather than submitting formal bids at this stage.

Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.

Description

The Government is conducting market research to identify capable sources for a company mini crawler crane, commonly known as a spider crane, for lifting operations in confined or limited-access areas. The crane shall provide crawler mobility, stabilizing outriggers, safe load handling capability, operator and/or remote-control functionality, manufacturer warranty coverage, and a maintenance parts package with inspection and training support. Minimum required specifications are listed below. CRANE MIN SPECIFICATIONS CAPACITY MAX: 6,680 LBS @ 8 FT. 5,000 LBS @10 FT. BOOM LENGTH 39.8 FT RETRACTED 11.6 FT HOOK HEIGHT 41.3 FT 4 OUTRIGGERS MULTI POSITION SWING DESIGN 360 DEG. NON-STOP OUTRIGGER WARNING POSITIONING INTERLOCK WITH DISPLAY ONBOARD SELF DIAGNOSTIC COMPUTER SYSTEM RADIO REMOTE CONTROL INFINATLY VARIABLE FOUR PART LOAD BLOCK AUTOMATIC HOOK STOW WARRANTY 12 MONTHS MINIMUM COLOR TAN HYDRAULIC PUMP VARIABLE DELIVERY PISTON CRAWLING GEAR ENDLESS RUBBER CRAWL HILL CLIMBING 23 DEGREES ENGINE: JP-8 COMPATIBLE STEERING HYDRAULIC INDEPENDENT SAFETY (LMI) LOAD MOMENT INDICATION (P.A.T. SYSTEM) SAFETY AUTOMATIC WINCH BRAKE SAFETY WIRE ROPE LIMITER SAFETY EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON CONTROL VALVE ELECTRONIC SINGLE PERSON WORK PLATFORM, BOOM TIP MOUNTED OTHER REQUIREMENTS Recommended Spare Parts Maintenance Package (2 Years) MILAR Non-Marking Tracks, pair Note: Ships with standard tracks Hyd. Tilt Deck Trailer: Equipped with track mats, fuel jugs, outrigger pads, rigging box, spare tire and a custom ramp with tie downs

Source: SAM.gov, as posted. Verify the current solicitation before responding.

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