BERTOLF CRANE

Subject: Statement of Work: Crane and Forklift Services for CGC BERTHOLF MK15 CIWS Installation

The United States Coast Guard Base Alameda is requesting crane and forklift services to conduct operations for the removal and installation of the MK15 CIWS (Close-In Weapon System) on the USCGC BERTHOLF. The primary operating date for the crane is March 19, 2025, and March 21, 2025, for 8 hours. Secondary dates of March 24, 2025, and March 25, 2025, are provided to account for any unforeseen inclement weather.

1. Scope of Work:

A. Crane Operations

1. The crane will be used March 19th and 21st (24th and 25th for alternate dates if we have bad weather on the 19th and 21st) We will not need a crane on April 21st.

2. First hoist: Removal of the MK15 CIWS. The CIWS is 101” W x 188”H x 124” L and weighs 18,000 lbs. Approximate distance of the Crane Outriggers to center of the CIWS (set back) is 60 - 65 feet. The approximate height of the CIWS deck is 45 feet above the pier. The crane must clear the exhaust stacks approximately 48 feet above the pier.

3. Second Hoist: Removal of the Local Control Panel (LCP). containing CIWS part, dimensions: 38” x 30” x 18”, weight: 288 lbs. The crane's outrigger distance to the center of the CIWS (setback) is approximately 40 - 45 feet, and the CIWS deck height is 45 feet above the pier. The crane will hoist the crate while the forklift positions it for transport/storage.

4. Third hoist: Lift crate with CIWS to cutter, same dimensions and weight as the first lift, with the same distance and height requirements. The forklift will retrieve the crate and secure it.

5. Fourth hoist: Lift LCP onto cutter, same dimensions and weight as the second lift, with the same distance and height requirements.

B. Forklift Operations

1. The Forklift will be used those first 2 weeks moving the CIWS mount around and on April 21st to load it on the tractor trailer.

2. Unload the new CIWS from the delivery truck and transport it to the pier (March 17–26, 2025).

3. Move the CIWS between the pier and the staging area as required.

4. Load the old CIWS onto the truck on April 21, 2025.

2. Crane Requirements:

A. Maximum outrigger load: 100 kips (total weight of crane, additional weights, and load ≤ 100,000 lbs.

B. Cranes with a capacity >30T must be able to traverse down the pier.

C. Outrigger pads: Minimum dimensions of 5’ x 5’. The bearing pressure of outrigger pads must not exceed 38 psf.

D. Outriggers must be placed directly over the pile bents (marked by green lines on the pier).

E. The crane must comply with the pier’s operational live load limit of 600 psf and maximum gross axle weight of 16 tons.

3. Forklift Requirements:

A. Lifting capacity: 20,000 lbs (minimum)

B. Fork length: 48”

C. Contractor must ensure the forklift operates within pier load restrictions.

4. Pier operational restrictions:

A. Vehicle gross axle weight: 16 tons (maximum)

B. Operational live load: 600 psf (maximum)

C. Outrigger pad bearing pressure: 38 psf (maximum)

5. Crew Requirements:

A. Operator: One certified crane operator for 4 hours.

B. Rigger: One certified rigger for 4 hours.

C. Forklift Operator: One certified forklift operator is required for March 17–26, 2025, and on April 21, 2025.

6. Job Site location:

CGC BERTHOLF (WMSL-750)

Coast Guard Island

1 Eagle Rd., Alameda, CA 94501

7. Schedule:

A. Crane Operations:

1. Primary dates: March 19th and 21st, 2025.

2. Secondary dates: March 24th and 25th, 2025.

B. Forklift Operations:

1. March 17–26, 2025: Unloading, movement, and support for CIWS installation and pier operations.

2. April 21, 2025: Loading the old CIWS onto the truck

C. Operations will begin at 0900 hours on the primary date, with flexibility based on site readiness.

This project is critical for the timely removal and installation of the USCGC BERTHOLF's MK 15 CIWS, which will impact the ship’s operational schedule. Please confirm that all necessary equipment and personnel are available for the operation.

For any further information or clarification, feel free to contact me directly.

GMCS Chris Wilderman

Christopher.S.Wilderman@uscg.mil

(571) 607-8806

THIS WILL BE AWARDED OFF OF LOWEST PRICE TECHNICALLY ACCEPTABLE IN ACCORADANCE WITH THE SOW.