The Mississippi Valley Division (MVD) of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is seeking innovative commercial solutions for its Civil Works program through a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO). This solicitation, W912P925SC001, targets broadly defined Areas of Interest (AOIs) crucial to MVD's mission of strengthening national security, energizing the economy, and reducing disaster risks. Key AOIs include maintaining navigation channels, improving navigation structure materials and repair, comprehensive imaging of structures, locating subaqueous objects, sedimentation prediction modeling, and enhancing navigation and flood risk management project delivery. The process involves a two-step submission: solution briefs are initially solicited, and promising solutions may lead to a Request for Proposal (RFP) if funding is available. Solutions are evaluated based on innovation, feasibility, potential mission impact, and price reasonableness. Offerors must be registered in SAM, and submissions are accepted until May 31, 2026, via email.

The Mississippi Valley Division (MVD) of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has issued a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) to solicit innovative commercial products, technologies, and services. This two-step process seeks solutions for six broad Areas of Interest (AOIs), including maintaining channel dimensions, improving navigation structure materials and repair, comprehensive imaging, locating subaqueous objects, sedimentation prediction, and navigation/flood risk management. Offerors submit a three-page solution brief, which, if promising and funded, may lead to a Request for Proposal (RFP). Solutions are evaluated on innovation, feasibility, and mission impact. All resulting contracts will be firm-fixed price, treating all procured items as commercial.

The Mississippi Valley Division (MVD) of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has issued a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) under 10 U.S.C. 3458 to solicit innovative solutions for identified capability gaps related to water management infrastructure. This initiative seeks proposals addressing broad Areas of Interest (AOIs) such as navigation structure maintenance, sedimentation prediction, and flood risk management, with a one-year open submission period. The CSO operates in two steps—first, through submission of solution briefs, which may lead to direct RFP invitations if the proposed solutions meet certain criteria. Selected solutions may subsequently receive funding, while unsuccessful submissions will receive general notifications within 30 days. Proposals should be clear, compliant with formatting standards, and include a technical description and estimated pricing. SAM registration is vital for eligibility, and the Government maintains discretion in the selection process. This CSO aims to leverage innovative approaches to enhance the effectiveness of U.S. navigation and water resource management, showcasing an open competitive approach to engaging commercial sector capabilities.

The Mississippi Valley Division (MVD) of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has issued a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) to solicit innovative solutions addressing various challenges in civil works. This initiative, authorized under 10 U.S.C. 3458, focuses on identifying commercial products and technologies that can meet government requirements in areas such as maintenance of navigation channels, imaging of navigation structures, and sedimentation prediction modeling. The CSO invites solution briefs for initial review, with the potential for selected solutions to transition to a Request for Proposal (RFP) stage based on innovation and feasibility. Solution submissions must adhere to specific formatting guidelines and are due electronically by May 31, 2026. Key Areas of Interest include maintaining navigation efficiency, enhancing structural integrity of navigation constructions, and improving flood risk management. The MVD aims to foster public safety, support national security, and stimulate economic growth through innovative contributions from commercial entities. The government retains discretion over selection, funding, and engagement processes throughout the submission evaluation and awarding stages.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New Orleans District (CE-MVN), seeks innovative strategies for maintenance dredging of the Vermilion River in south Louisiana. The project aims to restore the river's authorized depth and width, improving flood conveyance and navigability. Challenges include the unavailability of original dredged material disposal sites due to development, the presence of anthropogenic debris, and access limitations caused by urban and agricultural infrastructure along the river's 50-mile route. The objective is to identify conceptual maintenance operations, including dredging, transport, debris separation, and disposal, for three distinct reaches: the Upper, Middle, and Lower. Each reach has unique environmental settings, local government jurisdictions, and estimated dredging volumes. Constraints include cost-effectiveness, project timeline (approximately six months), and minimizing quality-of-life impacts in metropolitan and rural areas. Solutions should consider disposal areas and access routes, assuming a budget in the tens of millions. The project schedule outlines solution briefs due on December 5, 2025, with a contract award by January 30, 2026.