How to bid on Bank Stabilization 23-01 for the US Army Corps of Engineers

What the agency is buying

The United States Army Corps of Engineers, Vicksburg District, is seeking a contractor to build three grade-control structures for bank stabilization in Chickasaw County, Mississippi. The work involves clearing, excavation, backfill, embankment, water control, stormwater pollution prevention, and environmental protection. The project must be completed within 180 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed.

This is a firm fixed-price construction contract with an estimated value between $1 million and $5 million. It is a total HUBZone small business set-aside, meaning only eligible HUBZone firms can bid.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on July 29, 2026. All bids must be submitted by August 28, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET. Bids will be evaluated based on the lowest price submitted.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for HUBZone small businesses. The relevant NAICS code is 237990, Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction, with a size standard of $45 million. Firms with experience in heavy and civil engineering construction, particularly bank stabilization or similar earthwork projects, are well-suited for this bid.

How to respond

To access the official solicitation and any amendments, you must go to SAM.gov. You can register on the Interested Vendors List there. No compact disc or hard copies will be provided, and telephone or fax requests for the solicitation will not be honored. It is important to check SAM.gov frequently for any changes or amendments to the solicitation, as this is the only method for distributing updates.

Bidders must have and maintain an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) at SAM.gov. Your SAM registration must include the NAICS code 237990. If you are a Joint Venture, the JV entity must have a valid SAM registration. If your SAM registration is not active at the time of award, the government may award the contract to the next prospective bidder.

Tips for a competitive response

Since this is a lowest-price bid, ensure your cost proposal is accurate and competitive. Thoroughly review all plans and specifications available on SAM.gov to understand the full scope of work and any specific requirements. Pay close attention to the details of clearing, excavation, backfill, embankment, water control, stormwater pollution prevention, and environmental protection.

Confirm your HUBZone certification is current and active. Also, verify that your SAM registration is active and includes the correct NAICS code. Any technical inquiries or questions about the solicitation should be submitted via Bidder Inquiry in ProjNet once the solicitation is available.