How to bid on Palm Beach Harbor Maintenance Dredging for the Dept of the Army

What the Army Corps of Engineers is buying

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville District, is seeking bids for maintenance dredging services at Palm Beach Harbor in Florida. This project involves dredging the Entrance Channel, Settling Basin, Extended Settling Basin, and Expanded Settling Basin. All dredged material must be placed in the Nearshore Placement Area, located immediately south of the inlet. The work also includes environmental and water quality monitoring.

This is an unrestricted solicitation, meaning any business can bid. The estimated cost for this construction project is between $2 million and $7 million. The anticipated period of performance requires work to commence within 60 calendar days after receiving the notice to proceed and be completed within 100 calendar days.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The Invitation for Bid (IFB) is expected to be issued around July 21, 2026. Bids are anticipated to be due on or about August 20, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET. Actual dates and times will be specified in the solicitation.

A pre-bid site visit is scheduled for Thursday, July 30, 2026, at 10:00 AM EDT. A virtual pre-bid conference will be held on Friday, July 31, 2026, at 10:00 AM EDT. Instructions for both will be in the specifications.

Bids must be submitted electronically via the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation Module. No other submission methods, such as email, fax, regular mail, or hand-carried bids, will be accepted.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for construction firms specializing in dredging and surface cleanup activities. The relevant NAICS code is 237990, with a small business standard of $37 million. A critical requirement is that U.S. Coast Guard certified dredge equipment must be used to complete the work.

Given the estimated magnitude of construction, firms with experience in projects valued between $2 million and $7 million will find this opportunity relevant.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the solicitation, click “View original source” on the portal. If you land on the homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, though it is not always required.

The solicitation will be issued in electronic format only and posted on the Sam.gov website. To receive notifications of any amendments, you must register as an interested vendor on Sam.gov. You must also be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for an award.

All inquiries must be submitted in writing via ProjNet, with instructions provided in the solicitation. Bids must be submitted electronically through the PIEE website's Solicitation Module. Instructions for submitting a bid via PIEE will be available through a provided link.

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review all sections of the Invitation for Bid once it is released, paying close attention to the scope of work, technical specifications, and any specific requirements for equipment and personnel. Ensure your firm meets all certification requirements, especially regarding U.S. Coast Guard certified dredge equipment.

Attend both the pre-bid site visit and the virtual pre-bid conference if possible. These events offer valuable opportunities to understand the project site, ask questions, and gain clarity on any ambiguities. Submit all inquiries in writing via ProjNet as instructed, to ensure you receive official written answers.

Begin the process of registering as an interested vendor on Sam.gov and ensuring your SAM registration is active and up-to-date well before the bid deadline. Familiarize yourself with the PIEE Solicitation Module and its submission process to avoid any last-minute technical issues when submitting your bid.