Bid guide
How to bid on Mississippi River Dredging for the Dept of the Army
What the Army Corps of Engineers is buying
The Department of the Army is seeking a company to provide a fully crewed and equipped self-propelled trailing suction type hopper dredge. This equipment will be used to remove sediment from the Mississippi River Southwest Pass and potentially other areas within the New Orleans, Galveston, and Mobile Districts.
This is a significant construction project, with an estimated value between $10 million and $25 million. It represents a substantial opportunity for firms specializing in dredging operations.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is a Request for Information (RFI) published on February 4, 2025. The deadline for responses is February 28, 2027, at 12:00 PM ET. While this RFI has a long response period, the actual solicitation is expected to be issued on or about December 9, 2024. A specific bid opening date will be established in a future amendment to the solicitation.
It is important to note the distinction between the RFI and the upcoming solicitation. The RFI helps the agency gather information, while the solicitation will contain the formal bidding instructions and deadlines for submitting proposals.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is best suited for construction firms with expertise in large-scale dredging operations. Specifically, companies that own or can provide a fully crewed and equipped self-propelled trailing suction type hopper dredge are the target vendors. The work involves significant marine construction and sediment removal.
Firms interested in subcontracting opportunities should also monitor this solicitation and consider posting notices on the Small Business Administration's Subnet.
How to respond
To access the solicitation documents, you will need to visit Sam.gov. The files will be available through a link on the Sam.gov opportunity page. You may need Adobe Acrobat Reader to open some of the posted files.
For marketing purposes, you are encouraged to register as an Interested Vendor on Sam.gov. This can be done by clicking on the solicitation title and then selecting the 'Register as an Interested Vendor' button to enter your business information. All offerors must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for a government contract award.
Practical tips for a competitive response
Given the nature of this dredging project, highlight your firm's experience with similar large-scale marine construction and sediment removal projects. Provide specific examples of past performance, including project scope, location, and successful outcomes.
Emphasize the capabilities and specifications of your hopper dredge, including its capacity, operational efficiency, and any advanced features that would be beneficial for this project. Detail your crew's qualifications and experience in operating such specialized equipment. Ensure your SAM registration is active and up-to-date well in advance of the solicitation deadline.
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.