W912BU24B0012 -Maintenance Dredging, Delaware River, Philadelphia to Sea and Wilmington Harbor, Christina River
ID: W912BU24B0012-PhillytoSeaType: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW2SD ENDIST PHILADELPHIAPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19103-0000, USA

NAICS

Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (237990)

PSC

MAINTENANCE OF DREDGING FACILITIES (Z1KF)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/808f80fc14d94826832b0ef7b528c93a/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Philadelphia District, is soliciting bids for maintenance dredging services for the Wilmington Harbor and Delaware River, extending from Philadelphia to the sea, including areas in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. The primary objective of this project is to remove approximately 2.7 million cubic yards of sediment to enhance navigation and ensure safe waterway access. This firm-fixed-price contract, estimated to range between $25 million and $100 million, requires contractors to complete the work within 210 calendar days, with bids due by September 11, 2024. Interested parties should contact Frederick Conway at frederick.conway@usace.army.mil or Kimberly DiBartolomeo at kimberly.j.dibartolomeo@usace.army.mil for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Frederick Conway
    frederick.conway@usace.army.mil
    kimberly DiBartolomeo
    kimberly.j.dibartolomeo@usace.army.mil
    Files
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    Amendment 0001 - W912BU24B0012.pdf
    This document is an amendment to a solicitation for the dredging project identified as W912BU24B0012, managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Philadelphia District. The primary purpose of Amendment 0001 is to respond to Requests for Information (RFI) and to correct an error in the solicitation specifications regarding dredging quantities for the Delaware River. It also revises the bid opening date from September 6, 2024, to September 11, 2024. Key details addressed include confirmation that necessary infrastructure at the Delaware City Spoil area will be ready before contractor engagement, along with specified corrections to dredging quantities detailed in the solicitation. The document outlines the required specifications and quantities of dredging work, emphasizing the importance of maintaining records, controlling effluent, and managing overdepth dredging. These amendments serve to clarify project requirements and maintain bidding integrity, ensuring potential contractors are fully informed about the project scope and necessary preparations. Acknowledgment of the amendment is required for bid acceptance, highlighting its critical nature in the procurement process.
    W912BU24B0012-Dwgs.pdf
    The US Army Corps of Engineers is seeking maintenance dredging services for the Wilmington Harbor and Delaware River, spanning Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. The primary objective is to enhance navigation by removing sediment and ensuring a safe and accessible waterway. Several detailed drawings and plans are provided, offering precise specifications for the project. These drawings outline the dredging requirements, including the pay limits, allowable overdepth, and target depths for different segments of the river and harbor. The work scope involves dredging to a depth of approximately -35 feet, with some areas requiring deeper excavation. Contractors will be responsible for disposing of the dredged material at the designated Pedrickstown South Disposal Area, whose plan details are also included. The disposal area drawings pinpoint the exact locations of existing instruments, which must be avoided during the dredging process. Critical dates are outlined in the documents, indicating that the solicitation is released on 9 July 2024, with a yet-undefined submission deadline. Evaluation criteria were not explicitly mentioned. As for contract details, the solicitation number is W912BU24B0012, and the contract is likely to be firm-fixed-price, although this is not explicitly stated.
    W912BU24B0012-Specs.pdf
    The US Army Corps of Engineers, Philadelphia District, seeks maintenance dredging services for the Wilmington Harbor and Delaware River. The goal is to remove approximately 2.7 million cubic yards of sediment from these waterways. This project is estimated to cost between $25 million and $100 million. The Corps invites bids for this firm-fixed-price contract, with mobilization and demobilization costs included. Bids must be submitted by 06 Sep 2024, with critical pre-award survey information due within five days of bid opening. The contract will be awarded based on the lowest responsive bid. Prospective contractors must complete a detailed pre-award survey covering firm information, project schedule, bonding capacity, insurance, and equipment details. Key project personnel resumes are also required. The successful bidder will be expected to commence work within 30 days and complete the project within 210 calendar days.
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