Bid guide
How to bid on Calcasieu River Bar Channel Hopper Dredge Contract for Dept of the Army
What the Army Corps of Engineers is buying
The Department of the Army is seeking a contractor to provide a fully crewed and equipped self-propelled trailing suction type hopper dredge. The primary work involves removing and disposing of shoal material in the Calcasieu River Bar Channel in Cameron Parish, Louisiana.
This contract may also require work in other areas within the New Orleans, Galveston, and Mobile Districts. This is an unrestricted Invitation for Bid (IFB) with an estimated value between $5 million and $10 million. The resulting contract will be firm fixed price.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation is expected to be issued on or about December 4, 2024. The bid opening date will be set by an amendment to the solicitation. The final deadline for bids is December 4, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET.
It is important to monitor the System for Award Management (SAM) website for any amendments, as this is the only method for distributing updates before the closing date. Bidders must submit their proposals by the specified deadline.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for construction firms specializing in dredging services, particularly those with experience operating self-propelled trailing suction hopper dredges. The NAICS code for this procurement is 237990, which covers other heavy and civil engineering construction.
Given the contract magnitude, firms with the capacity for projects valued between $5 million and $10 million are well-suited. While unrestricted, small businesses are encouraged to post subcontracting opportunities on the Small Business Administration's Subnet.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the solicitation, you must go to the System for Award Management (SAM) website. The solicitation will be available free of charge through electronic posting only. Paper copies will not be issued, and telephone or fax requests will not be honored.
Contractors must register at the SAM website to download the solicitation and any amendments. You must maintain an active registration in the SAM database to be eligible for a government contract award. If your registration is not active at the time of award, the government may award to the next prospective bidder.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all solicitation documents, including any amendments, as soon as they are released. Pay close attention to the scope of work, technical specifications for the dredge, and any specific requirements for disposal of shoal material.
Ensure your company's SAM registration is active and up-to-date well in advance of the bid opening date. Prepare a detailed cost proposal that accurately reflects all labor, equipment, and operational expenses, considering the firm fixed price nature of the contract. Highlight your firm's experience with similar dredging projects, especially those involving hopper dredges in challenging waterways or within the specified districts.
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.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Dept of the Army; the original posting controls.