Bid guide
How to bid on Calcasieu River Bar Channel Hopper Dredge Rental for the Dept of the Army
What the Army Corps of Engineers is buying
The Department of the Army is seeking to rent a fully crewed and equipped self-propelled trailing suction type hopper dredge. This equipment is needed to remove shoal material from the Calcasieu River Bar Channel in Cameron Parish, Louisiana. The contract may also involve similar work in other areas within the New Orleans, Galveston, and Mobile Districts.
This is an unrestricted Invitation for Bid (IFB), meaning all eligible businesses can compete. The contract is valued between $5 million and $10 million and will be a firm fixed-price agreement.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was published on December 4, 2024. Bids are expected to open around December 4, 2024. The official bid opening date will be set by amendment.
The deadline for this opportunity is December 4, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET. On this date, bids will be opened, and the government will begin its evaluation process. It is crucial to submit your bid before the specified time.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for construction firms specializing in dredging services, particularly those with experience operating self-propelled trailing suction type hopper dredges. The NAICS code for this procurement is 237990, which covers other heavy and civil engineering construction.
Given the contract value, firms with the capacity to manage projects between $5 million and $10 million are well-suited. The unrestricted nature means both large and small businesses can compete, provided they meet the technical and financial requirements.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the solicitation, you must go to the System for Award Management (SAM) website. The solicitation, identified by number W912P825B0020, will be available for electronic downloading free of charge.
Paper copies will not be issued, and telephone or fax requests will not be honored. You must register on the SAM website to download the solicitation and any amendments. Bidders must maintain an active SAM registration to be eligible for a contract award.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all solicitation documents and 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 crew and equipment.
Ensure your firm's registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is active and up-to-date. Inactive registration can disqualify your bid. Prepare your bid well in advance of the deadline to allow for thorough review and submission without last-minute issues. For firm fixed-price contracts, accurately estimating all costs is critical to ensure profitability.
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.