How to bid on Mississippi River Cutterhead Dredge No. 6-2025 for the Dept of the Army

What the agency is buying

The Department of the Army is seeking a fully crewed and equipped hydraulic pipeline cutterhead dredge. This equipment will be used for work in the New Orleans Harbor Reach of the Mississippi River and adjacent lock forebays of the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway.

This construction project is valued between $5 million and $10 million. This is a significant opportunity for firms specializing in dredging services.

Key dates and deadlines

This solicitation was published on March 18, 2026. The deadline for proposals is March 18, 2028, at 11:00 AM ET. The exact bid opening date will be announced later through an amendment to the solicitation.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for construction firms with expertise in hydraulic pipeline cutterhead dredging. Vendors should have the capacity to provide a fully crewed and equipped dredge for work in a major waterway environment.

Firms registered under relevant construction categories, particularly those related to marine construction or dredging, will find this opportunity aligns with their capabilities.

How to respond

To access the solicitation documents, you will need to go to SAM.gov. The files will be posted there, and you may need Adobe Acrobat Reader to open .pdf files.

You are encouraged to register as an Interested Vendor on SAM.gov for marketing purposes. This can be done by clicking on the solicitation title and selecting the 'Register as an Interested Vendor' button. Offerers must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for a government contract award.

Tips for a competitive response

Ensure your SAM.gov registration is active and up-to-date well before the deadline. Any issues with registration could delay your ability to submit a proposal.

Carefully review all solicitation documents and any amendments once they are released. Pay close attention to the specific requirements for the dredge, crew qualifications, and equipment specifications.

Prepare a detailed proposal that clearly demonstrates your firm's experience with similar dredging projects, your capacity to meet the project's scope, and your understanding of working in the Mississippi River and Gulf Intracoastal Waterway environments. Highlight any specialized equipment or techniques you possess that could benefit the project.