GIWW, Matagorda Bay to Corpus Christi Bay, Maintenance Dredging in Calhoun, San Patricio, and Aransas Counties, Texas
ID: W912HY25B0010Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYUS ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT GALVESTONGALVESTON, TX, 77550-1229, USA

NAICS

Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (237990)

PSC

CONSTRUCTION OF DREDGING FACILITIES (Y1KF)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/af874b890cac43c7bf7c0080051c8778/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Engineer District Galveston, is soliciting bids for maintenance dredging along the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway in Texas, specifically from Matagorda Bay to Corpus Christi Bay, which includes pipeline dredging in Calhoun, Aransas, and San Patricio Counties. The objective of this procurement is to ensure navigability and maintain the integrity of the waterway, which is crucial for commercial shipping and environmental management in the region. This project falls under the NAICS code 237990, focusing on other heavy and civil engineering construction, and is categorized under the PSC code Y1KF for construction of dredging facilities. Interested contractors can reach out to Danelle Tate at danelle.m.tate@usace.army.mil or call 409-766-3116 for further details regarding the solicitation process.

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    Attachment 1- Sources Sought Synopsis_Matagorda to CC W912HY25X12U3 120524.pdf
    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Galveston District, is seeking information from the industry regarding a projected maintenance dredging contract for the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway (GIWW) from Matagorda Bay to Corpus Christi Bay, covering areas in Calhoun, Aransas, and San Patricio Counties, Texas. This Sources Sought Synopsis aims to assess the interest, capabilities, and qualifications of potential contractors, particularly from small and disadvantaged businesses. The project involves dredging approximately 1,000,000 cubic yards of material, which will be placed at designated open water areas and beach sites. Contractors must demonstrate experience in pipeline dredging for shallow draft navigation channels and comply with safety and regulatory standards. The estimated contract value is between $5 million and $10 million, with a performance deadline of 73 days post-Notice to Proceed. Responses must include firm capabilities, bonding capacity details, and past project examples, and are due by December 15, 2024. The subsequent solicitation is expected to be issued in January 2025. The overarching goal is to ensure sufficient competition and readiness to proceed with this maintenance project efficiently and effectively.
    B.01 Pre-Solicitation Notice FY25 Matagorda to CC 25B0010 122324.pdf
    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Galveston District, is seeking contractors for maintenance dredging along the GIWW from Matagorda Bay to Corpus Christi Bay in Texas, with an estimated contract value between $5 million and $10 million. The primary task involves Schedule 1, which includes pipeline dredging with an estimated volume of 718,000 cubic yards, with designated placement areas including open water and wildlife refuge sites. Additionally, there is an Option 1 for dredging in Aransas Pass with an estimated 462,000 cubic yards. Contractors are expected to complete the work within 49 calendar days and must pay liquidated damages for delays. The contract will be a firm-fixed price, requiring performance and payment bonds. All interested vendors must register with the System for Award Management (SAM) to participate. The solicitation aims at promoting small businesses, with specific contracting goals outlined for various categories, including small and veteran-owned businesses. The solicitation is UNRESTRICTED and is anticipated to be issued in January 2025, with responses due by February 2025.
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