Piggyback Crane Repairs at Meldahl Locks and Dam

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Huntington District plans to award a sole‑source, firm‑fixed‑price contract to Techcrane International LLC for specialized repair work on the piggyback crane at Meldahl Locks and Dam. Because the crane’s design is proprietary, only Techcrane can perform the work, which involves replacing the hydraulic swivel coupling and trolley hydraulic hoses. No competitive solicitation is being issued. • Location: Meldahl Locks and Dam, Ohio River, West Virginia (Huntington District) • Scope: Provide labor, equipment, access, and materials to replace hydraulic swivel coupling and trolley hoses on the piggyback crane • Procurement: Sole‑source, firm‑fixed‑price contract to a single qualified vendor (Techcrane International LLC) • Reason for sole source: Proprietary crane design limits competition • No public solicitation, pre‑bid meeting, or site visit required • Contact: Robert Kinzel (USACE Huntington District)