TENSAS PARISH, LOUISIANA, LEVEE ENLARGEMENT AND BERMS, ITEMS 393-R, FC/MR&T, WBMRL
ID: W912EE26RA003Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW07V ENDIST VICKSBURGVICKSBURG, MS, 39183-3435, USA

NAICS

Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (237990)

PSC

CONSTRUCTION OF OTHER NON-BUILDING FACILITIES (Y1PZ)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/9ed3805fee0244198775d5bd96b9a158/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Vicksburg District, is soliciting proposals for the Tensas Parish, Louisiana Levee Enlargement and Berms project, which is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. This procurement, estimated to exceed $10,000,000, involves the construction of seepage and stability berms, as well as the enlargement of levees, including tasks such as clearing, grubbing, embankment work, and erosion control. The project is critical for enhancing flood protection and infrastructure resilience in the region. Interested contractors, who must be holders of the FY 25 MATOC for Mississippi River Levees, are required to submit their offers by December 9, 2025, at 2:00 PM local time, and can direct inquiries to Kasey Davis at Kasey.T.Davis@usace.army.mil or Robert Ellis Screws at Ellis.Screws@usace.army.mil.

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    A.02.MRL Item 393R_Solicitation-PLANS 26RA003.pdf
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    B.08.New Solicitation - W912EE26RA003.pdf
    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Vicksburg District, has issued Solicitation No. W912EE26RA003 for the Tensas Parish, Louisiana Levee Enlargement and Berms project. This procurement is set aside for existing Mississippi River Levees (MRL) MATOC contract holders, with an estimated value exceeding $10,000,000. The project involves constructing seepage and stability berms, and enlarging levees, including tasks like clearing, grubbing, embankment work, ramps, turfing, and erosion control. Offers are due by December 9, 2025, at 2:00 PM local time. Prospective bidders must submit a complete and signed SF-1442, a bid schedule with unit prices, and representations and certifications. Technical inquiries must be submitted via ProjNet, and contractors must comply with specific DFARS clauses related to cybersecurity and limitations on subcontracting for small businesses. Performance and payment bonds are required post-award, and adherence to USACE safety manuals is mandatory.
    B.08.Solicitation Amendment - W912EE26RA0030001.pdf
    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Vicksburg District has issued Solicitation W912EE26RA003 for the Tensas Parish, Louisiana Levee Enlargement and Berms project (MRL 393-R). This Invitation for Bid (IFB) seeks contractors to furnish all plant, labor, materials, and equipment for constructing seepage berms, stability berms, and levee enlargement. The estimated project cost is above $10,000,000, with a mandatory performance period of 345 calendar days after receiving notice to proceed. The solicitation is a 100% Set-aside for Total Small Businesses holding Mississippi River Levees, Construction of Levee Enlargements and Berms, MATOC contracts. Proposals are due by 02:00 PM local time on December 9, 2025, and must include a complete and signed SF-1442, a bid schedule with unit prices, and representations and certifications. Performance and payment bonds are required within 30 days of award. Offerors must register with SAM.gov and address any technical inquiries via ProjNet.
    B.08.Solicitation Amendment W912EE26RA003-0001 SF-30.pdf
    This document is an amendment to Solicitation Number W912EE26RA003, issued by the USACE Vicksburg District for the Tensas Parish, Louisiana Levee Enlargement and Berms project. The amendment, dated November 25, 2025, replaces the previous specifications in their entirety and updates the Statement of Work. The project, estimated to exceed $10,000,000, involves constructing seepage berms, a stability berm, and levee enlargement. This procurement is a 100% Total Small Business Set-aside under NAICS Code 237990 for existing MATOC contract holders for the Mississippi River Levees. Offers are due by December 9, 2025, at 2:00 PM local time. Key requirements include submitting a complete and signed SF-1442 with amendments acknowledged, a complete bid schedule, and accurate Offeror Representations and Certifications. Technical inquiries must be submitted via ProjNet. The document also includes detailed instructions for foreign contractors regarding the 2% Federal excise tax withholding and information on the Army Contract Writing System transition.
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