Mt. St. Helens Sediment Retention Structure Crest Raise
ID: W9127N26BA004Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW071 ENDIST PORTLANDPORTLAND, OR, 97204-3495, USA

NAICS

Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (237990)

PSC

CONSTRUCTION OF RESTORATION OF REAL PROPERTY (PUBLIC OR PRIVATE) (Y1QA)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/ed6d4a189de342b888c69a3688f1b300/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Portland District is soliciting bids for the Mount Saint Helens Sediment Retention Structure Crest Raise project, located on the North Fork Toutle River in Cowlitz County, Washington. The project aims to enhance sediment retention capabilities by constructing a crest raise of 5 feet, with an optional additional 5-foot raise, involving tasks such as mobilization, river diversion, rock excavation, and the placement of roller-compacted concrete (RCC). This initiative is critical for managing sediment flow and maintaining river integrity, with a contract value estimated between $25 million and $100 million. Interested contractors must submit their bids electronically by December 19, 2025, and are required to attend a mandatory site visit on December 1, 2025, with prior registration. For further inquiries, contact Andrew Sprys at andrew.j.sprys@usace.army.mil or Nicole Adams at Nicole.A.Adams@usace.army.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Andrew Sprys
    andrew.j.sprys@usace.army.mil
    Cory Pfenning
    cory.r.pfenning@usace.army.mil
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    A.02 MFR_SCR_TrackedSpecUpdates.docx
    The Mt. St. Helens Sediment Retention Structure project's "Second Crest Raise Re-Solicitation" outlines significant changes to project plans and specifications. Key updates include revised in-water work restrictions, clarification on the use of non-potable construction water from the Toutle River, and modified governmental safety requirements, emphasizing the continuous presence of Site Safety and Health Officers (SSHO) and Competent Persons. Personnel qualifications for the Project Superintendent and Quality Control (CQC) staff have been updated, with a focus on experience and on-site presence. The document also details the decommissioning of outlet works, including the inspection and hot tapping of leaking valves. Specifications for Roller Compacted Concrete (RCC) production, placement, and curing are revised, including a new minimum compressive strength requirement. Other changes involve river diversion cofferdams, excavation and fill procedures, and updated information on upstream sediment depth and rock joint conditions for foundation preparation. The project aims to enhance safety, quality control, and operational efficiency during the crest raise.
    B.08 Solicitation - MSHSCR25_ADVERTISE.pdf
    This government solicitation (W9127N26BA004) outlines the requirements for the Mount Saint Helens Sediment Retention Structure Crest Raise project in Toutle, Washington. The project, valued between $25,000,000 and $100,000,000, is an unrestricted, full and open competition with a 10% HUBZone price evaluation preference. Key tasks include mobilization, site preparation, water diversion, dental concrete, roller-compacted concrete (RCC) placement for 5-foot and optional 10-foot raises, and rock excavation. Bids are due by December 19, 2025, at 11:00 AM PST, submitted electronically via email to Andrew J. Sprys and Nicole Adams. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for December 1, 2025, at 11:00 AM PST, requiring prior registration and specific safety gear. Contractors must submit a Project Labor Agreement (PLA) and, if a large business, a subcontracting plan outlining small business participation goals. A 2% Federal excise tax applies to foreign contractors, with exemptions requiring a submitted IRS Form W-14.
    MSH SCR_OutletWorks_2021Inspection_REDUCED.pdf
    The document is an informational record of USACE inspection photos taken on March 3, 2021, focusing on the Sediment Retention Structure (SRS) Outlet Works. The inspection documented the condition of various components, including knife valves, 36-inch pipes, catwalk platforms, and access points. It also noted observations of corrosion and sediment accumulation. The file contains a list of photo levels (Level 1 through Level 5 Sump) and general SRS structure photos, indicating a detailed visual assessment of the facility.
    MSH SRS SCR Plans_Sol_W9127N26BA004_REDUCED.pdf
    The document outlines the design and engineering plans for the "Mount St. Helens Sediment Retention Structure Second Spillway Raise" project, identified by Solicitation Number W9127N26BA004, prepared by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Portland District. The project, dated November 2025, focuses on a mandatory 5-foot spillway raise. Key aspects include detailed plans for excavation isopach, RCC (Roller-Compacted Concrete) structure alignments, and new instrumentation. The plans specify grading points with northing, easting, and elevation data for various berm rows and access roads, along with technical details for the RCC structure, such as minimum thickness, slopes, and drilling requirements. The instrumentation plan includes installing new conduit and junction boxes, coordinating with USGS for equipment installation, and procedures for disconnecting existing wiring to pressure transducers. The project also necessitates obtaining an access easement from Weyerhaeuser for the logging road haul route.
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