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How to bid on Excitation System Replacement at Greers Ferry Dam for the Army
What the Army Corps of Engineers is buying
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Little Rock District, is seeking proposals to replace an excitation system at Greers Ferry Dam, located in Cleburne County, Arkansas. This is a construction contract with an estimated value between $1 million and $5 million. The project must be completed within 365 calendar days.
This opportunity is specifically set aside for small businesses. Firms in the Motor and Generator Manufacturing industry (NAICS Code 335312) with a size standard of 1,250 employees or less are encouraged to bid.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was published on July 15, 2026. All proposals must be submitted by August 28, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. It is your responsibility to download the solicitation and monitor the portal for any amendments or updates.
Proposals will be evaluated using a Best Value - Trade Off method, which means the Army Corps of Engineers will consider factors beyond just price when making an award decision. The contract will be a firm-fixed price construction contract.
Who this opportunity suits
This solicitation is ideal for small businesses specializing in motor and generator manufacturing or related construction services. The project's magnitude, between $1 million and $5 million, makes it suitable for firms with the capacity to handle significant construction work within a one-year timeframe.
Vendors must also be prepared to meet Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 1 requirements. This level requires a self-assessment of your information systems to ensure they can process, store, or transmit Federal Contract Information (FCI) securely.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the solicitation documents, click the “View original source” button. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required.
All offerors must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) to submit a proposal. Registration is free and can be completed on the SAM website. Additionally, you will need to submit CMMC UID(s) issued by SPRS for your information systems that will handle Federal Contract Information.
Tips for a competitive response
Since this is a Best Value - Trade Off evaluation, focus on clearly articulating the strengths of your technical approach, experience, and past performance in addition to your pricing. Highlight how your firm offers the best overall value to the government.
Ensure your proposal thoroughly addresses all requirements outlined in the solicitation. Pay close attention to the CMMC Level 1 compliance, as this is a mandatory requirement prior to award. Begin preparing your CMMC documentation early to avoid delays. Review any related pre-solicitation notices for additional context.
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.