FY25 SUISUN BAY CHANNEL NY SLOUGH MAINTENANCE DREDGING PROJECT
ID: W912P725BA001Type: Solicitation
AwardedJul 3, 2025
$2.7M$2,715,926
AwardeeHME CONSTRUCTION INC 6801 NW OLD LOWER RIVER RD VANCOUVER 98660 USA
Award #:W912P725CA012
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW075 ENDIST SAN FRANSAN FRANCISCO, CA, 94102-3406, USA

NAICS

Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (237990)

PSC

MAINTENANCE OF DREDGING FACILITIES (Z1KF)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is soliciting bids for the FY25 Suisun Bay Channel and New York Slough Maintenance Dredging Project, located in Contra Costa and Solano Counties, California. The project entails annual maintenance dredging to specified depths of -35 feet and -37 feet Mean Lower Low Water (MLLW), along with the transportation of dredged materials to designated disposal sites, ensuring navigability and environmental integrity in the affected waterways. This procurement is classified as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, with an estimated contract value between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000, and bids are due by June 23, 2025, at 1 PM PDT. Interested contractors should direct inquiries to Logan Champlin at logan.champlin@usace.army.mil or Mary Fronck at mary.fronck@usace.army.mil, and must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) to participate.

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    The document pertains to federal government Requests for Proposals (RFPs), grants, and local government RFPs. These are crucial mechanisms for securing funds and services needed for public projects and initiatives. Federal RFPs outline the criteria and processes for bidding on projects that require specific expertise and resources from contractors and organizations. Grants generally provide financial assistance for projects meeting certain governmental priorities, supporting areas such as research, education, and social services. The document emphasizes the importance of understanding the guidelines and requirements outlined in each RFP, including eligibility criteria, submission deadlines, and evaluation processes. Proper compliance is essential for increasing the likelihood of funding or contract awards. Moreover, it highlights that state and local RFPs operate similarly, serving as additional venues for governmental projects aimed at enhancing community welfare. Overall, this document serves as a primer for stakeholders interested in engaging with governmental funding opportunities, ensuring they are well-informed about the parameters guiding federal and local procurements and grants.
    The document is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the FY25 Maintenance Dredging Project at Suisun Bay and NY Slough, located in Solano and Contra Costa Counties, California. The project involves dredging the channel to specified depths and transporting dredged materials to designated disposal sites. It is classified as a small business set-aside and will culminate in a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contract, with an estimated cost between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000. Bidders are required to submit complete offers, including a pricing schedule and any necessary performance bonds. Furthermore, the document outlines the bid submission process, including timelines for questions and the public bid opening. Additional requirements include adherence to representations and certifications and establishing contractor responsibility. Contractors must use the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) to access solicitation documents and submit offers, ensuring compliance with all specified provisions and regulations. The proposed dredging work aims to maintain navigability and environmental integrity in the affected waterways, highlighting the government's commitment to infrastructure and environmental management.
    The solicitation for the Suisun Bay Channel & New York Slough FY25 Dredging outlines requirements for annual maintenance dredging of the federal navigation channel. The project, scheduled from August 1 to November 30, mandates dredging to specific depths with disposal at designated sites. The document includes general requirements, detailing contractor obligations, performance evaluations, and public safety measures. Key components encompass preconstruction meetings, submission protocols, and mandatory safety precautions. Hydrographic surveying is integral, including before and after dredge surveys to ensure volume accuracy, with specific methods and reporting standards outlined. The contractor must provide detailed documentation of survey procedures and findings. The document emphasizes strict adherence to scheduled timelines, safety protocols, and quality control, highlighting the project's complexity and its pivotal role in maintaining navigable waterways. Additionally, penalties for failure to meet project milestones are stipulated, ensuring accountability throughout. Overall, this solicitation reflects a comprehensive framework for successful project execution in alignment with federal and state regulations.
    This document serves as an amendment to a federal solicitation, specifically extending the bid due date for proposals on a project managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ San Francisco District. The new bid due date is set for June 23, 2025, with modifications to the submission and bid opening times outlined. Bids must be submitted electronically via the PIEE portal, and alternate methods of submission, such as facsimile or email, are not permitted. It also details requirements for bidders, including the need for performance and payment bonds, acknowledgment of amendments, and adherence to specific submission guidelines. The amendment reiterates that all previous terms and conditions of the solicitation remain unchanged, except for those explicitly noted. It emphasizes the necessity for complete and accurate bid submissions, as well as the responsibility of the bidders to ensure connectivity and submission within designated timelines. The public bid opening will be conducted via Microsoft Teams with specific instructions for participation. Overall, the document emphasizes compliance, procedural adherence, and the importance of meeting submission deadlines as part of the competitive bidding process.
    This government document details an amendment to a solicitation for dredging services related to maintenance in Suisun Bay and Ny Slough Channel for FY25. Key changes include an extension of the bid due time to 1 PM and the bid opening time to 2 PM on June 13, 2025. It also includes updates to various clauses, the addition of a new bid schedule, and revisions to plans alongside wage determinations. Significant clauses have been removed and added to better align with current regulations. The document outlines requirements for electronic submission of bids through the PIEE website, emphasizing that completeness of submissions, including price schedules and acknowledgment of amendments, is essential for responsiveness. It mandates that bids cannot be submitted through traditional delivery methods and sets performance and payment bond requirements. Moreover, a specific reference to contractor responsibilities in relation to the Davis-Bacon Act is included, ensuring compliance with prevailing wage laws based on the contract's timeline. The document serves as a crucial guideline for prospective bidders, detailing all procedural changes and compliance requirements necessary for a successful bid submission in a government contracting context.
    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, San Francisco District, is initiating the FY25 Maintenance Dredging Project for the Suisun Bay Channel and New York Slough, located in Solano and Contra Costa Counties, California. The project's solicitation number is W912P725BA001, with an expected issue date of May 2025. This comprehensive maintenance effort focuses on dredging to maintain navigable depths in critical waterways, crucial for commercial and recreational activities. The maintenance will cover distinct reaches of the Suisun Bay Channel at depths ranging from -35 to -37 feet Mean Lower Low Water (MLLW) and includes detailed maps and plans, showing exact stationing and channel dimensions. Bathymetric surveys conducted in May 2025 provide the necessary data for defining dredging requirements and sediment management. The project also highlights regulatory compliance regarding environmental considerations, including disposal site usage. This effort underlines the Corps' commitment to sustaining navigational infrastructure while ensuring ecological and regulatory standards are met, indicating the importance of sediment removal for maintaining waterway functionality.
    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, San Francisco District, is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the FY25 Maintenance Dredging Project along the Suisun Bay Channel and New York Slough in Solano and Contra Costa Counties, California. This project aims to maintain navigable depths by conducting dredging operations at specified reaches of the channels, targeting depths down to -35 and -37 feet based on mean lower low water (MLLW). Bathymetric surveys have informed the design and dredging plans, ensuring compliance with federal regulations. The document includes detailed maps, acceptance reaches, and key control points for dredging. Several constraints, including proximity to munitions response sites and adherence to navigation guidelines set by the U.S. Coast Guard, are acknowledged. The proposal emphasizes the need for coordination and safety measures, highlighting its importance for sustaining waterway accessibility and environmental considerations in dredging practices.
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