Houston Ship Channel - Morgans Point to Boggy Bayou Dredging, Harris and Chamber Counties, Texas
ID: W912HY25X11R2Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYUS ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT GALVESTONGALVESTON, TX, 77550-1229, USA

NAICS

Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (237990)

PSC

MAINTENANCE OF DREDGING FACILITIES (Z1KF)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d4420674db544599b5f07cebe2472a05/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Galveston District, is seeking information from industry regarding the dredging operations along the Houston Ship Channel, specifically from Morgan's Point to Boggy Bayou in Harris and Chambers Counties, Texas. The procurement aims to identify qualified contractors capable of dredging deep draft navigation channels, with a requirement to demonstrate experience in achieving a minimum output of 18,000 cubic yards per day using appropriate dredging equipment in wet conditions. This project is critical for maintaining navigational safety and efficiency in one of the nation's busiest waterways, with an estimated construction cost ranging from $25 million to $100 million. Interested firms must respond by November 15, 2024, and are encouraged to register in SAM.gov to be eligible for future contract opportunities, with the anticipated solicitation expected in April 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Teakeishia Sewell
    (409) 766-3145
    teakeishia.m.sewell@usace.army.mil
    Curtis Cole Jr.
    (409) 766-3185
    (409) 766-3010
    curtis.cole@swg02.usace.army.mil
    Files
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    Sources Sought Synopsis W912HY25X11R2 30OCT2024.pdf
    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Galveston District has issued a Sources Sought Synopsis for dredging operations along the Houston Ship Channel, from Morgan's Point to Boggy Bayou, in Harris and Chambers Counties, Texas. This announcement, classified as a request for information rather than proposals or bids, aims to assess industry capabilities, particularly among small businesses and specialized contractors in dredging and construction. Contractors are required to demonstrate prior experience in dredging navigation channels and managing dredged material, specifically achieving daily outputs of at least 18,000 cubic yards using suitable equipment for wet conditions. Projected construction costs range between $25 million and $100 million, with compliance mandated to safety regulations and local laws. Interested firms must provide essential information, including unique identifiers and bonding capabilities, by November 15, 2024. The anticipated formal solicitation is expected by April 2025, with bids due in May 2025 and awards to follow in June 2025. All responding firms should be registered in SAM.gov to qualify for federal contracts, underlining the synopsis's intent to ensure adequate competition and compliance within the industry.
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