The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New Orleans District, is soliciting bids for the Southwest Pass Hopper Dredge Contract No. 3-2025, aimed at maintaining navigable waterways from Baton Rouge to the Gulf of Mexico. The contract requires the provision of a fully crewed and equipped self-propelled trailing suction hopper dredge for various dredging operations, with an estimated value between $10 million and $25 million. This project is critical for ensuring efficient transportation and environmental protection in the region. Interested bidders must register with the System for Award Management (SAM) and comply with affirmative action programs, with further inquiries directed to Cori A. Caimi at 504-862-1352 or Bambi Raja at 504-862-1499.