FY26 SAD Regional Harbor Maintenance Dredging Contract (Savannah, Wilmington & Charleston Harbors)
ID: W912PM25BA007Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW074 ENDIST WILMINGTONWILMINGTON, NC, 28403-1343, USA

NAICS

Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (237990)

PSC

MAINTENANCE OF DREDGING FACILITIES (Z1KF)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7674c259cdb64f89b60d13bd959b5338/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is soliciting bids for the FY26 Maintenance Dredging under the South Atlantic Division Regional Harbor Dredging Contract (RHDC) Contract 1. This procurement involves maintenance dredging services at key locations including Savannah Harbor, Wilmington Harbor, and Charleston Harbor, with an emphasis on ensuring efficient resource use and environmental considerations during the dredging process. The contract will be awarded based on competitive bids, with an electronic bid opening scheduled, and interested contractors are encouraged to submit their proposals accordingly. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Diana Curl at diana.d.curl@usace.army.mil or Rosalind Shoemaker at rosalind.m.shoemaker@usace.army.mil.

    Files
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    A22 - Bid Opening Attendance Sheet.pdf
    B1 - IFB Abstract - FY26 - RHDC 1_Signed.pdf
    The document is an abstract of bids from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regarding the Maintenance Dredging for the South Atlantic Division Regional Harbor Dredging Contract. Issued on June 17, 2025, it details various line items and their associated costs for dredging projects at significant locations including Savannah Harbor, Wilmington Harbor, and Charleston Harbor. Each line item includes quantities, unit prices, and total bid amounts from multiple contractors. Notably, the overall government estimate and bidders’ amounts are presented, demonstrating competitive bidding practices. The report also lists optional services related to dredging, such as standby time and trawling requirements. The purpose of the document is to record and certify the offers received in response to the solicitation, aiming to ensure a transparent and fair contracting process within federal procurement. This reflects the government’s commitment to efficient use of resources and environmental considerations during construction projects.
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