Bid guide
How to bid on Richmond Inner Harbor FY26 Maintenance Dredging for the Army
What the Army Corps of Engineers is buying
The Department of the Army, specifically the Army Corps of Engineers, needs maintenance dredging services for the Richmond Inner Harbor in Contra Costa County, California. This project involves dredging the harbor to a depth of -37 feet (MLLW) plus one foot of paid overdepth.
The dredged material from Reaches 1 through 14 is suitable for placement at the Montezuma Wetlands site. The contractor will be responsible for transporting this material as specified. This is a significant construction opportunity, with an estimated cost range between $10 million and $25 million.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Proposal (RFP) was published on July 15, 2026. All proposals are due on August 14, 2026, at 11:30 AM PDT, which is 2:30 PM ET. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) website.
It is important to note that the Army Corps of Engineers advises that this project may be delayed, canceled, or revised at any time. Offerors must monitor PIEE and SAM.gov for any changes or amendments to the solicitation.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for construction firms specializing in dredging services. The project falls under NAICS Code 237990, which is for Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction, with a size standard of $37,000,000. The PSC Code is Y1KF.
This is a full and open solicitation, meaning all types of businesses can compete. The contract will be a single Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract awarded based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method. Firms with experience in large-scale dredging and material transport, particularly for environmental placement sites, will find this relevant.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the solicitation, you need to be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) and the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) website. Registration should be completed at least one week before the anticipated solicitation release date.
Once registered, you can view and download solicitation documents, plans, and specifications from PIEE. Offers must be submitted electronically through the PIEE website. Instructions for accessing the PIEE Solicitation Module and submitting proposals are available in the SOP PIEE Proposal Manager Offeror and SOP PIEE Posting Offer documents.
Tips for a competitive response
Since this is a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) procurement, your proposal must clearly demonstrate that you meet all technical requirements while offering the most competitive price. Ensure your technical proposal is thorough and directly addresses every aspect of the specifications, especially regarding dredging depths, material transport, and placement at the Montezuma Wetlands site.
Pay close attention to the DMMO Suitability Determination attached to the specifications package. Clearly outline your approach to handling the material from Reaches 1 through 14. Double-check all pricing schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness. Registering early in SAM.gov and PIEE is crucial to avoid last-minute issues that could prevent you from submitting your offer on time.
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.