The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Rock Island District, is preparing to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Advanced Contracting Initiative – Regional Contracts for Debris Management Services (ACI – RCDMS). This initiative aims to establish up to ten Firm Fixed Price, Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts to provide rapid and comprehensive debris management and removal services in support of Federal disaster response efforts, particularly following natural and man-made disasters that exceed local capacities. The contracts will encompass a wide range of services, including debris collection, reduction, hauling, and management, with a total capacity of $37 billion over a five-year period. Interested contractors are encouraged to monitor SAM.gov for the formal RFP, anticipated to be released within the next 2–4 weeks, and must submit comments on the Draft RFP by December 12, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Christopher McCabe at christopher.a.mccabe@usace.army.mil or Brunson Grothus at brunson.e.grothus@usace.army.mil.

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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is seeking contractors for regional debris management services following natural or man-made disasters. This Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract establishes ten Regional Single Award Task Order Contracts (SATOCs) across the United States and its territories, with a total capacity of $37 billion over a five-year ordering period. Contractors will provide personnel, equipment, and services for comprehensive debris removal, including specialized categories like waterway debris, private property removal, and demolition of unsafe structures. The contract emphasizes efficient, compliant operations, requiring the use of an Automated Debris Management System (ADMS) for real-time tracking and reporting to the Government's Library of Operational Analysis for Debris Management (LOADM). Contractors are responsible for all aspects of project management, quality control, safety, and environmental compliance, including the submission of detailed plans and reports. The program aims to ensure rapid and effective disaster response while prioritizing local and small business participation.

**Description:**

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Rock Island District (MVR), intends to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Advanced Contracting Initiative – Regional Contracts for Debris Management Services (ACI – RCDMS). The resulting contracts will provide rapid and comprehensive debris management and removal services in support of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and other Federal disaster response efforts, as authorized by Public Law 93-288, the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act.

There is a significant and recurring need for large-scale debris management following natural and man-made disasters that exceed the capacity of state and local governments. Services may be performed throughout the United States and its Outlying Areas, as defined by FAR 2.101, including all Commonwealths, Territories, and Minor Outlying Islands.

**Anticipated Contract Type, Number of Awards, and NAICS:**

* **Contract Type**: Firm Fixed Price, Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Single Award Task Order Contracts (SATOCs).
* **Number of Awards**: Up to ten (10) awards anticipated.
* **Applicable NAICS Code**: 562119, Other Waste Collection.
* **Small Business Size Standard**: $47 million.

**Planned Scope of Work (Summary):**

The contemplated contracts will provide rapid and comprehensive debris management and removal services in support of Federal disaster response efforts, which may include:

* Debris collection
* Reduction
* Hauling
* Management
* Related tasks under individual task orders

The detailed scope, tasks, and performance requirements are described in the attached Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS).

**Draft RFP and Industry Feedback:**

A separate Special Notice titled “Draft RFP for Advanced Contracting Initiative – Regional Contracts for Debris Management Services” (Notice ID: W912EK26RA0001 DRAFT RFP) is posted on SAM.gov. This notice includes the Draft Solicitation W912EK26RA0001 and associated schedules (Schedules A, B, C, G, L, and M).

**Comments on the Draft RFP are due by 2:00 PM Central Time on Friday, December 12, 2025.** Please follow the instructions in that Special Notice, including the use of ProjNet for inquiries.

**Anticipated Solicitation Release and Response Dates:**

The formal RFP W912EK26RA0001 is anticipated to be issued within the next 2–4 weeks, with proposals due approximately 60 days after issuance. Interested parties are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for the solicitation and any amendments.

**Important Notices:**

* **DO NOT SUBMIT A PROPOSAL IN RESPONSE TO THIS PRESOLICITATION NOTICE.** This is a presolicitation notice only and does not constitute a solicitation. No proposals are requested or will be accepted in response to this notice.

The Government will not reimburse any costs incurred in preparing or submitting information in response to this presolicitation notice. Information provided in response to the Draft RFP Special Notice and this presolicitation notice may be used by the Government in finalizing the solicitation strategy but will not be individually acknowledged.

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