Crane Services for Greater Cincinnati Water Works

The City of Cincinnati’s Greater Cincinnati Water Works is seeking a qualified contractor to provide crane services—including emergency response, scheduled simulations, and periodic maintenance—for key water‑utility facilities. The work involves developing and maintaining crane‑use plans, performing bi‑annual or annual simulations, providing on‑site crane and certified operator support within tight response windows, and handling as‑needed pit‑cleaning crane operations at the Wash Water Recovery Pit. The contractor must possess a crane capable of lifting at least 8,300 lb at a 65 ft radius with a 110‑ft boom, have ten years of relevant experience, and submit a full proposal package through the City’s Bonfire portal by the March 12 deadline. • Scope includes emergency crane deployment (4‑hour response), simulation drills (annual/bi‑annual), annual plan reviews, and pit‑cleaning lifts (≈ 8,300 lb). • Technical requirement: crane ≥ 8,300 lb capacity, 110‑ft boom, two winches; must supply certified operator and support staff. • Vendor qualifications: ≥ 10 years in business, resumes, references, certifications, and registration in the City’s Vendor Self‑Service system. • Mandatory pre‑submission meeting & site visit on 25 Feb 2026; written questions due by 3 Mar 2026; final submission by 12 Mar 2026 via Bonfire.