How to bid on the Rio DE LA PLATA Flood Control Project for the Dept of the Army

What the agency is buying

The Department of the Army is seeking a construction company for the Rio DE LA PLATA Flood Control Project, Supplemental Contract 1. This project involves building flood control structures in Dorado and Toa Baja, Puerto Rico. It is a firm-fixed-price, design-bid-build construction contract.

This is a significant opportunity, with an estimated project magnitude between $250 million and $350 million. It is open to small businesses, making it a valuable prospect for eligible firms.

Key dates and deadlines

This Request for Proposal (RFP) was published on July 02, 2026. The deadline for submitting proposals is August 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this time.

An organized site visit has been scheduled. Details for this visit can be found in Section 00 73 00 of the solicitation documents. It is important to note that all real estate rights for the entire construction site have not yet been obtained, but outstanding rights will be secured before the full Notice to Proceed is issued to the contractor.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for construction companies specializing in heavy and civil engineering construction, particularly those with experience in flood control or similar large-scale infrastructure projects. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this project is 237990, which covers Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction.

The small business size standard for this NAICS code is $45 million. Firms meeting this standard and capable of handling projects in the $250 million to $350 million range are encouraged to bid.

How to respond

To access the solicitation documents, click “View original source” to open the opportunity on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need to create a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required.

Tips for a competitive response

Given the project's magnitude and the design-bid-build nature, ensure your proposal clearly outlines your firm's experience with similar large-scale construction projects, especially those involving flood control or civil engineering. Highlight your team's qualifications and capacity to manage a project of this size and complexity.

Pay close attention to all sections of the RFP, particularly Section 00 31 32 for the general scope of work and Section 00 73 00 for site visit details. Since real estate rights are still being obtained, demonstrate your understanding of potential site access challenges and how your project management plan would address them. Provide robust bonding information to align with the project's estimated magnitude.