IRON KING MINE-HUMBOLDT SMELTER (IKM-HS) Remedial Action Construction (RAC), Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
ID: W912PL25S0009Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW075 ENDIST LOS ANGELESLOS ANGELES, CA, 90017-3409, USA

NAICS

Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (237990)

PSC

REPAIR OR ALTERATION OF RESTORATION OF REAL PROPERTY (PUBLIC OR PRIVATE) (Z2QA)
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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Los Angeles District, is seeking qualified contractors for the Iron King Mine-Humboldt Smelter (IKM-HS) Remedial Action Construction (RAC) project, which is an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract valued at up to $249 million. The primary objective of this procurement is to conduct environmental remediation at the IKM-HS Superfund Site in Dewey-Humboldt, Arizona, focusing on the removal of contaminated soils and waste, dam removal, and restoration activities, in compliance with the EPA's Record of Decision. Interested firms must demonstrate relevant experience and bonding capabilities, with submissions due by February 11, 2025, and an Industry Day scheduled for January 28, 2025, to facilitate networking and clarify project scope. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Roger Minami at kinya.r.minami@usace.army.mil or Rubyann Prout at rubyann.prout@usace.army.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Roger Minami, Procurement Analyst, Office of Small Business Programs
    (805) 878-8177
    kinya.r.minami@usace.army.mil
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    The document is a Request for Information (RFI) for the IKM-HS Remedial Action Construction (RAC) project, ID: W912PL25S0009, initiated by the Los Angeles District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. The project has an estimated magnitude of up to $249 million with a schedule from FY27 to FY32 and intends to use a Design-Bid-Build (DBB) approach. Interested firms that can meet requirements under NAICS code 237990 are invited to respond by February 11, 2025. The RFI seeks detailed responses to various topics, including technical proposal evaluation, past performance examples, and contractor expectations for government roles to optimize team continuity and collaboration. Companies must demonstrate bonding capabilities of $50 million and provide feedback on the required submissions to ensure bid readiness. An Interchange Meetings presentation is scheduled for February 20, 2025, where selected companies will engage with government personnel for a focused discussion. The RFI emphasizes the need for expertise regarding EPA Superfund programs and CERCLA compliance. Additionally, responder companies are asked to fill out a Company Information Form as part of their submission. Overall, the RFI aims to gather industry insights and capabilities before moving toward the official procurement phase.
    The Iron King Mine – Humboldt Smelter (IKM-HS) Remedial Action Construction (RAC) project is a Sources Sought announcement (W912PL-25-S-0009) organized by the USACE Los Angeles District and the EPA. This initiative seeks industry participation for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract valued at approximately $249 million. The contract primarily focuses on remediation of contaminated residential properties, with an expected first task order for restoration activities. Proposals must follow specific submission guidelines and demonstrate compliance and competitiveness. The emphasis is placed on a Design-Bid-Build (D-B-B) approach rather than Design-Build (DB), in alignment with the NAICS code 237990. The procurement process will unfold in two phases, evaluating qualifications and technical proposals. A small business set-aside requirement is indicated, necessitating adherence to the Rule of Two. The anticipated period of performance for the IDIQ contract is 60 months, with Sources Sought submittals due by February 11, 2025, and an Industry Day scheduled for January 28, 2025. This document underlines the government's commitment to engaging qualified contractors to successfully undertake significant environmental remediation at the IKM-HS Superfund Site.
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