West Coast Hopper Maintenance Dredging 2025
ID: W9127N25B0005Type: Presolicitation
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Buyer

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

NAICS

Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (237990)

PSC

CONSTRUCTION OF DREDGING FACILITIES (Y1KF)

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https://sam.gov/opp/6594bed73684474a95c6794216af371c/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Portland District, is seeking bids for the West Coast Hopper Maintenance Dredging project scheduled for 2025. This procurement involves the removal of approximately 3.2 million cubic yards of dredged material from designated areas including Humboldt Bay, the Mouth of the Columbia River, and the Lower Columbia River, with additional optional dredging at Coos Bay. The project is critical for maintaining navigational safety and environmental compliance in these vital waterways, with a contract value anticipated to exceed $10 million. Interested contractors must submit their bids electronically by February 17, 2025, and are encouraged to participate in virtual presolicitation meetings on November 22, 2024, and January 9, 2025, for further project insights. For inquiries, contact Ian Lutjens at ian.k.lutjens@usace.army.mil or Brandon Lasich at brandon.m.lasich@usace.army.mil.

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    Questions and Answers-Draft 7N25B0005 WCH 2025.pdf
    The file outlines key questions and answers related to the Draft Plans and Specifications for the West Coast Hopper Maintenance Dredging Project scheduled for 2025 (RFP W9127N25B0005). It addresses specific requests for clarification regarding measurement quantities, payment structures, and contract line item corrections. Notably, the mandatory dredging quantity is anticipated to increase to 1.6 million cubic yards with additional options totaling 250,000 cubic yards, ultimately reaching 1.85 million cubic yards of combined dredging capacity. The project timeline will be revised to accommodate environmental work windows, reflecting an adjustment in performance period requirements. The document emphasizes the need for updated survey acceptance criteria and clarifies discrepancies in the dredge area specifications. Acceptance criteria from previous contracts are to be incorporated to ensure consistent payment methods for completed work. Overall, this document serves as a means of refining the specifications and clarifying the scope and requirements of the dredging project, maintaining compliance with established standards and facilitating smooth contract execution.
    WCH25_PLANS_DRAFT.pdf
    The document outlines the solicitation W9127N25B0005 from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Portland District, relating to the West Coast Hopper Maintenance Dredging in 2025. It includes an index of drawings detailing various planning and placement layouts for dredging activities in Humboldt Bay, Lower Columbia River, and Coos Bay. The drawings provide specific file names, designations, and descriptions outlining the anticipated work, such as dredging depths and site placement configurations. They include coordinates for dredge areas and reference essential specifications for dredging depth and safety measures, indicating that adherence to regulations is vital for the project's success. The information represents the preliminary planning phase and aims to ensure navigation safety and environmental compliance in these critical waterway areas, as part of the Army Corps' mission to maintain U.S. ports and harbors. Attention to detail in engineering and construction practices is emphasized, ensuring alignment with project guidelines and regulatory requirements.
    WCHC25_SPECS_DRAFT.pdf
    The document outlines the solicitation for the West Coast Hopper Maintenance Dredging 2025 project, which targets areas including Humboldt Bay, the Mouth of the Columbia River, and the Lower Columbia River. The scope of work includes dredging operations with a construction cost estimate ranging from $10 million to $50 million. Offers are sought through sealed bids, with a submission deadline of February 17, 2025. The contractor will be required to start work within 7 calendar days of receiving the award, completing it within 120 calendar days. The solicitation is directed at all contractors, with a stated aim of price consideration for bids. Before contract awards are made, a 401 Water Quality certification from Oregon must be obtained. The document also emphasizes compliance with socio-economic guidelines, and mandatory bond requirements, and specifies that the bids must be submitted electronically. The main focus is on ensuring compliance with various sections of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) throughout the bidding and execution process, emphasizing contractor responsibilities and qualifications in accordance with government regulations. This solicitation represents a significant federal effort to maintain crucial waterways on the West Coast, reinforcing the commitment to infrastructure sustainability and safety.
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