Houston Ship Channel, Texas Expansion Improvements Project (ECIP) Project #11 Package #8 Segment 4, Beltway 8 DMPA
ID: W912HY25X10J5Type: 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)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b8614ca2f22c4e80ada8061535973ed7/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Galveston District, is seeking information from qualified contractors for the Houston Ship Channel Expansion Improvements Project, specifically for the construction of a dredge management placement area (DMPA) at Beltway 8 in Texas. The project entails significant earthwork, including raising grades to construct dikes and preparing the site for future material placement, with an estimated construction cost ranging from $25 million to $100 million. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the operational capacity of the Port of Houston and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. Interested firms, particularly those classified as small businesses or participating in specific programs, must submit their responses by October 19, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Christy Slater at christy.l.slater@usace.army.mil or Jeremy Babb at jeremy.babb@usace.army.mil.

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    Sources Sought Notice HSC Seg 4 BW8_25X10J5_10-8-2024.pdf
    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Galveston District, has issued a Sources Sought Synopsis for the Houston Ship Channel Expansion Improvements Project, specifically for the construction of a dredge management placement area (DMPA) at Beltway 8, covering 385 acres. This announcement serves primarily to gather industry information for planning purposes and is not a solicitation for bids. Interested firms, particularly those classified as small businesses or participating in specific programs like HUBZone, SDVOSB, or WOSB, are encouraged to respond voluntarily. The project involves significant earthwork, including raising grades to construct dikes and preparing the site for future material placement. Contractors should have demonstrated experience with dredging material placement and the ability to operate in wet conditions. The estimated construction cost ranges between $25 million and $100 million, with a required performance period not exceeding 365 days following the Notice to Proceed. Interested firms must provide detailed information, including bonding capacity, past project examples, and company qualifications, to be considered for the project. Responses are due by October 19, 2024, and the anticipated timeline for solicitation and award spans from November 2024 to January 2025. This synopsis emphasizes the government's aim for competitive and responsible procurement while fostering participation from various business entities.
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