Notice of Intent to Sole Source 60-ton Crane Repair

This sole‑source solicitation seeks a qualified contractor to perform comprehensive repair of a 60‑ton Grove crane assigned to the 819th Red Horse Squadron at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana. The crane currently suffers a hydraulic leak requiring major drivetrain disassembly, replacement of a 5‑port hydraulic swivel manifold, and numerous ancillary parts (wire rope, O‑rings, fill cap, element, lock pin, seal kit, slip‑ring assembly). Because the crane cannot be driven and no suitable trailer exists on‑site, it must be transported to a repair facility. MGX Equipment Services, LLC in Billings, MT is identified as the only authorized dealer with the required capabilities, prompting a sole‑source award. Responses may be submitted as capability statements, proposals, or quotations; the deadline is 25 Sep 2026, 2:00 PM MDT. • Repair must comply with Technical Order 36‑1‑191 and OEM specifications. • Required parts include hydraulic swivel manifold, wire rope, O‑rings, fill cap, element, lock pin, seal kit, slip‑ring assembly. • Crane must be moved to a maintenance shop; no on‑base trailer large enough is available. • MGX Equipment Services is the only known authorized Grove crane service provider in Montana. • All submissions are due by 25 Sep 2026; award will be made without further notice if no response is received.