Mississippi River Baton Rouge to Gulf of Mexico Southwest Pass Hopper Dredge Contract No. 3-2024 {OM24003)
ID: W912P824B0013Type: Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW07V ENDIST N ORLEANSNEW ORLEANS, LA, 70118-3651, USA

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Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (237990)

PSC

CONSTRUCTION OF DREDGING FACILITIES (Y1KF)
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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is soliciting bids for the Mississippi River Baton Rouge to Gulf of Mexico Southwest Pass Hopper Dredge Contract No. 3-2024. This procurement involves providing a fully crewed and equipped self-propelled trailing suction hopper dredge for operations primarily in the Southwest Pass and potentially in other areas within the New Orleans District. The contract is crucial for maintaining navigability in the Mississippi River system while ensuring compliance with environmental protections, with an estimated construction value between $10 million and $25 million. Interested vendors must register with the System for Award Management (SAM) and adhere to updated bid submission deadlines, with the cutoff extended to April 15, 2025, at 10:30 AM. For further inquiries, contact Cori A. Caimi at Cori.A.Caimi@usace.army.mil or Bambi Raja at Bambi.L.Raja@usace.army.mil.

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    The document serves as an amendment to the solicitation for the South Pass Hopper Dredge Contract No. 3-2024 (Solicitation No. W912P8-24-B-0013). Key updates include a change in bid submission deadlines and modified instructions for bidders. The bid submission cutoff is extended to April 15, 2025, at 10:30 AM, with the bid opening occurring at 11:30 AM on the same day. Significant modifications cover safety requirements, specifically referencing the updated EM 385-1-1 “Safety and Occupational Health Requirements” effective March 2024, and changing various timelines in several sections related to contract conditions and bidding schedules. New training requirements for contract personnel on suspicious activity reporting are also introduced. Additionally, there's an explicit guideline for submitting bids electronically or physically and the necessity for bidders to comply with updated communication protocols. This amendment underscores the government's emphasis on safety, timely communication, and adherence to new regulatory standards within the contracting process, demonstrating an effort to ensure compliance and operational efficiency in dredging contracts.
    This document serves as an amendment to the solicitation for the Southwest Pass Hopper Dredge Contract No. 3-2024, identified as Solicitation No. W912P8-24-B-0013, issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, pertaining to dredging operations in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana. Key modifications include the incorporation of wage rates from Amendment 0001 and a revision of the bidding schedules structured by individual lots for dredging projects. Each lot details specific dredging requirements, including the diameter of pump suction, nominal hopper capacity, estimated quantities for mobilization and dredging hours, and optional items related to environmental monitoring and species relocation. The contract duration and the anticipated production rates for each dredging operation are also outlined, providing insights into the expected time frames for project completion. In summary, this amendment seeks to clarify bid requirements while ensuring compliance with federal contracting regulations and environmental protections. Contractors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment to remain eligible to bid, emphasizing the necessity of adherence to updated requirements and timelines as stipulated in the original solicitation. This process exemplifies government practices in managing public works projects efficiently while addressing environmental considerations and operational transparency.
    The government file pertains to a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued for the Southwest Pass Hopper Dredge Contract No. 3-2024, managed by the US Army Engineer District in New Orleans. Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Company is the primary contractor, with a total estimated cost of $17,559,840. The contract covers mobilization, dredging, and various environmental compliance tasks, including protected species observation and trawling for sea turtles and sturgeon. The bid includes several options for work, along with detailed pricing for each line item, highlighting a structured approach to project management. The initial base work cost is estimated at $7,722,101, with an additional $9,694,820 allocated for options, demonstrating the project's complexity and requirements for environmental protection. The bid security is set at 20% of the total estimated offer, emphasizing due diligence in financial practices. The proposal reflects governmental efforts to enhance navigation channels while adhering to environmental regulations. Overall, the document encapsulates key aspects of a significant federal procurement aimed at maintaining and improving navigational waterways while ensuring wildlife protection.
    The document outlines Solicitation W912P8-24-B-0013 issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New Orleans District, for a hopper dredge contract relating to the Mississippi River's Southwest Pass. The objective is to procure a fully crewed and equipped self-propelled hopper dredge for work primarily in the Southwest Pass and potentially across other areas assigned to the New Orleans District. Key requirements include adherence to affirmative action programs and safety standards as stipulated by the Corps of Engineers. Bidders must register with the System for Award Management (SAM) and provide accurate bids with complete information. The work scope involves dredging activities with various optional tasks, such as environmental monitoring and species relocation. Bidder qualifications emphasize that only registered entities are eligible, with provisions for ensuring responsible bidding processes. The evaluation criteria will consider production capacities of dredging equipment, with an intent to award to the lowest-priced responsive bidder. The bid documents specify submission requirements and the necessary compliance with safety standards and contract conditions. Overall, this solicitation aims to support essential dredging operations, vital for maintaining navigability in the Mississippi River system while ensuring environmental protections are upheld.
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