Description
The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation is seeking a qualified contractor to refurbish the crane cable‑way system at Hoover Dam. The work includes replacing track and button‑line cables, refurbishing the carriage, installing new sheaves, lubricating mechanical components, updating hydraulic tensioning equipment, load‑testing the crane, and providing an annual inspection and certification. The contract is a firm‑fixed‑price award with a performance period from late September 2026 through late December 2028, and a small‑business participation goal of approximately 46 % of the total value.
• Replace six 3½‑in. track cables (~1,615 ft total) and two ¾‑in. button‑line cables with associated hardware.
• Refurbish carriage, slack carriers, sheaves, and hydraulic hand‑pump system; perform full lubrication and re‑tension of cables.
• Conduct a 125 % load test, annual inspection, and certification of the crane; provide all required performance and payment bonds, insurance, and safety plans.