How to bid on flood repairs for Muscatine-Louisa County Drainage District No. 13 by the Dept of Defense

What the agency is buying

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, part of the Department of Defense, is seeking bids for flood repairs at the Muscatine-Louisa County Drainage District No. 13 pump station in Louisa County, Iowa. This project involves work on 1,500-horsepower motor components. Remanufactured engines are allowed and can help meet project timelines.

This is an opportunity for construction firms with expertise in pump station repairs and motor components. The contract duration is 460 days.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on July 31, 2026. Bids are due by August 18, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET. A bid opening meeting is scheduled for the same day. All questions must be submitted via ProjNet.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is a 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). The relevant NAICS code is 237990, with a size standard of $45,000,000.00. Firms specializing in heavy construction, particularly those with experience in water and sewer line construction or other civil engineering construction, would be well-suited.

How to respond

To access the solicitation, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click leads to the portal's homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, though this is not always required. The Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. W912EK26BA007, along with specifications and plan sets, can be found in the Attachments/Links section of the SAM.gov posting.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review all amendments, especially Amendment 0005, which clarifies the allowance for remanufactured engines and provides updated specifications for Section 41 65 10. Ensure your bid clearly addresses how you will meet the requirements for 1500 HP motor components, whether new or remanufactured, and how you will manage lead times within the 460-day contract duration.

Pay close attention to Section 01 11 00 Summary of Work for a detailed description of the project. As this is an IFB, ensure your pricing is competitive and accurate. Double-check all submission requirements and deadlines, including the specific time for bid submission and the details for the bid opening meeting.