Bid guide
How to bid on San Rafael Creek and ATF FY26 Maintenance Dredging for the DEPT of Defense
What the agency is buying
The Department of Defense is seeking a contractor for maintenance dredging of the San Rafael Creek Channel and the Across the Flats (ATF) channel in Marin County, California. This work involves dredging to specific depths and transporting the dredged material to government-provided disposal sites, SF-10 and SF-11, depending on the material's origin.
This is a construction opportunity with an estimated value between $10 million and $25 million. A single firm-fixed-price contract will be awarded through full and open competition.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation is expected to be available around August 3, 2026. All proposals are due on or about September 2, 2026, at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time. The exact date and time will be specified in the solicitation document.
It is important to note that this project may be delayed, canceled, or revised at any point. Vendors must monitor the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) and System for Award Management (SAM) for any updates or amendments to the solicitation.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for construction firms experienced in dredging operations and material transport. The work involves specific channel depths and disposal requirements, so relevant experience in similar marine construction projects is essential.
The procurement falls under NAICS Code 237990, Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction, with a size standard of $37,000,000. This indicates it is open to a wide range of businesses, including those with substantial capacity.
How to respond
To respond to this solicitation, you must first be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE). It is recommended to complete these registrations at least one week before the anticipated solicitation release date.
Solicitation documents, plans, and specifications will only be available for download from the PIEE website. Offers must be submitted electronically through the PIEE website. Instructions for accessing the PIEE Solicitation Module and submitting proposals are provided in attachments titled "PIEE Solicitation Module Vendor Access Instructions," "SOP PIEE Proposal Manager Offeror," and "SOP PIEE Posting Offer."
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Given this is a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) solicitation, your proposal must clearly demonstrate that your firm meets all technical requirements while offering a competitive price. Ensure your technical proposal addresses every aspect of the project description, including dredging depths, over-depth allowances, and material transport to the specified disposal sites.
Pay close attention to the specific requirements in specification Section 00 10 00 PRICING SCHEDULE and 01 11 00 SUMMARY OF WORK. A thorough understanding of these sections will be critical for both your technical approach and your pricing strategy. Double-check all submission requirements and deadlines, as electronic submissions through PIEE require careful adherence to the platform's procedures.
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 Defense; the original posting controls.