Supply and Delivery of C144 Mortar Sand
ID: W912HN26S5002Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW074 ENDIST SAVANNAHSAVANNAH, GA, 31401-3604, USA

NAICS

Construction Sand and Gravel Mining (212321)

PSC

MINERAL CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS, BULK (5610)

Set Aside

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

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/8278594a1cf44aff882acf42e47d8369/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Savannah District, is seeking sources for the supply and delivery of approximately 5,406 tons of C144 Mortar Sand. This procurement aims to fulfill the needs of the J. Strom Thurmond Dam and Lake Project Area, with delivery scheduled between February 20, 2026, and March 1, 2026, to 18 designated drop-off points across eight parks. The sand must be clean and suitable for recreational use, with specific delivery requirements outlined for each location. Interested small businesses are encouraged to submit capability statements by December 10, 2025, to Stephanie Brasier at the provided email address, with a copy to Paul R. Gaeth for further inquiries.

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