Bid guide
How to bid on Atchafalaya River Bay, Bar, and Crewboat Cut Cutterhead Dredge NOS. 2-2026, OM26060 for the Dept of the Army
What the Army is buying and why it matters
The Department of the Army is seeking a company to provide a fully crewed and equipped hydraulic pipeline cutterhead dredge. This dredge will be used to remove shoal material from the Atchafalaya River Bay, Bar, and Crewboat Cut Channel in St. Mary Parish, Louisiana.
This project is significant, with an estimated construction value between $10 million and $25 million. It represents a substantial opportunity for firms specializing in large-scale dredging operations.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is a pre-solicitation notice, meaning the official solicitation is expected to be issued around April 7, 2026. The deadline for this pre-solicitation notice, which is an RFI, is April 7, 2027 at 1:00 PM ET.
The bid opening date for the actual solicitation will be established in a future amendment. Interested vendors should monitor SAM.gov for updates and the release of the solicitation documents.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is open to all businesses, not just small ones, as it is a Full and Open Competition. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 237990, which covers Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction.
Firms with substantial experience and capacity in hydraulic pipeline cutterhead dredging, particularly those capable of handling projects in the $10 million to $25 million range, will find this opportunity suitable. The agency has indicated that the required dredge plant size, pumping capacity, and operational capability are significant.
How to respond
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The solicitation documents will be posted on SAM.gov. Interested vendors are encouraged to register as an Interested Vendor on SAM.gov. Offerors must also be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to receive a government contract award.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Given the nature of this dredging project, ensure your proposal clearly demonstrates your firm's experience with similar large-scale hydraulic pipeline cutterhead dredging operations. Highlight your equipment capabilities, particularly the size and pumping capacity of your dredges.
Emphasize your operational capability and crew experience in performing complex dredging work. Since bonding is required, ensure you have the necessary bonding capacity in place. If you plan to subcontract, consider posting opportunities on the Small Business Administration’s SUBNet to find suitable partners.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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