FY26 Little River Inlet Maintenance Dredging
ID: W912HP26BA003Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW074 ENDIST CHARLESTONCHARLESTON, SC, 29403-5107, 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)
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Army Corps of Engineers, is preparing to solicit bids for the FY26 Little River Inlet Maintenance Dredging project in Horry County, South Carolina. The project involves the placement of 65,000 cubic yards of unclassified material to re-establish the Upcoast Sand Dike and Berm at the jetty key-in, utilizing material from the federal channel as specified in the contract documents. This maintenance work is crucial for ensuring the navigability and environmental compliance of the inlet, adhering to regulations such as the Endangered Species Act and the Marine Mammals Protection Act. Interested contractors must be registered in SAM.gov and can expect the formal solicitation to be released within 15 to 30 days, with a contract value estimated between $1 million and $5 million. For further inquiries, contact Evelyn Halliburton at EVELYN.I.HALLIBURTON@USACE.ARMY.MIL or call 843-329-8208.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Files
    No associated files provided.
    Lifecycle
    Title
    Type
    Presolicitation
    Similar Opportunities
    FY26 Willapa Harbor Maintenance Dredging
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Seattle District, is preparing to solicit bids for the FY26 Willapa Harbor Maintenance Dredging project in Washington. This project involves the mechanical dredging of approximately 180,000 cubic yards of sediment from three federal navigation features in Willapa Bay, with work expected to commence in July 2026 and conclude by February 15, 2027. The dredged material will be disposed of at designated open-water locations, and contractors should be aware of the challenging marine conditions and potential risks associated with the project. Interested parties can reach out to Geraldine L. Kemp or Kimberly M. Robinson for further inquiries, and the estimated contract value ranges between $5 million and $10 million. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to contract award.
    FY26 Willapa Bay Maintenance Dredging Bid Opening Details
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Seattle District, is soliciting bids for the maintenance dredging of the Willapa Harbor in Washington. The project involves dredging the Bay Center, Nahcotta, and Tokeland Federal Navigation Channels to their authorized depths, with an estimated total of up to 180,000 cubic yards to be dredged using mechanical clamshell methods. This maintenance is crucial for ensuring safe navigation in an area known for its significant hazards, including shifting shoals and unpredictable weather conditions. Interested contractors should note that the estimated construction price range is between $5 million and $10 million, with work anticipated to begin in summer 2026. For further details, including submission instructions, bidders can contact Geraldine Kemp at geraldine.l.kemp@usace.army.mil or Kimberly M. Robinson at Kimberly.M.Robinson@usace.army.mil.
    South Haven and New Buffalo Maintenance Dredging
    Dept Of Defense
    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Detroit District, is seeking a contractor for maintenance dredging services at South Haven Harbor and New Buffalo Harbor in Michigan. The project entails mobilizing to dredge both harbors and demobilizing upon completion, with the contract expected to be awarded as a 100% Small Business Set Aside based on the lowest responsible bid. This procurement is crucial for maintaining navigable waterways, and the estimated contract value ranges between $500,000 and $1,000,000, with a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) structure. Interested contractors should note that the anticipated solicitation will be posted on April 7, 2026, with bids due by May 7, 2026, and must register in the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) and System for Award Management (SAM) to participate.
    Little River Maintenance Dredging
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Philadelphia District, is seeking information from qualified contractors for the Maintenance Dredging of the Little River Navigation Project in Kent County, Delaware. The project involves the dredging of approximately 80,000 cubic yards of sediment within the federal navigation channel, with the dredged material to be used for marsh restoration at the Little Creek Wildlife Area. This maintenance dredging is crucial for ensuring navigational safety and environmental restoration, with an estimated contract value between $1 million and $5 million and a performance period of 240 calendar days. Interested parties must submit their responses to the Request for Information by 1:00 PM Eastern Time on December 19, 2025, to Molly Gallagher and Connor Struckmeyer via the provided email addresses.
    James River Dredging Industry Day-Post Event Docs
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Norfolk District, is seeking qualified contractors for the James River Maintenance Dredging project, which will be executed as a five-year Small Business Set-Aside Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a total capacity of up to $47 million. The project involves maintenance dredging of approximately 1.0 million cubic yards of fines and sand, utilizing cutter-head pipeline equipment, with specific environmental restrictions in place to protect local fish populations and shellfish. Interested contractors should note that the Invitation for Bid is expected to be released in February 2026, with contract awards anticipated in July 2026; for further inquiries, they can contact Susan Ellis at susan.k.ellis@usace.army.mil or Tiffany Kirtsey at tiffany.n.kirtsey@usace.army.mil.
    Corps Island Unloading
    Dept Of Defense
    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), St. Paul District, is preparing to solicit bids for the Corps Island Unloading project, which involves the removal of approximately 450,000 cubic yards of stockpiled dredge material from Corps Island, located near Diamond Bluff, WI. The project aims to utilize hydraulic and/or mechanical methods for the placement of dredged materials, which have historically been deposited in this area due to its lack of road access. The anticipated contract value ranges from $5 million to $10 million, and it will be awarded as a Firm, Fixed-Price contract under a Total Small Business set-aside. Interested contractors should note that the solicitation will be issued via SAM.gov, and they must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for award. For further inquiries, contact Theodore Hecht at the email address theodore.r.hecht@usace.army.mil or by phone at 651-290-5415.
    Hudson River FNC Maintenance Dredging
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), is seeking qualified contractors for the maintenance dredging of the Hudson River Federal Navigation Project in Haverstraw Bay, New York. The project involves the removal of approximately 200,000 cubic yards of shoals to a depth of -32 feet Mean Lower Low Water (MLLW), with the dredged material to be transported to a designated Historic Area Remediation Site (HARS) in the Atlantic Ocean. This maintenance dredging is critical for ensuring navigational safety and efficiency in the Hudson River Federal Navigation Channel, with the work anticipated to take place between August and November 2026, and an estimated contract value ranging from $10 million to $25 million. Interested contractors should contact Adrian Stafford-Browne or Nicholas P. Emanuel via email for further details and to participate in the market survey regarding their capabilities.
    Mississippi River Outlets, Vicinity of Venice, Louisiana Tiger Pass Bar Channel, Maintenance Dredging, Plaquemines Parish, LA (ED 24-011)
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is soliciting bids for maintenance dredging of the Tiger Pass Bar Channel in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana. The project involves the removal and disposal of approximately 2.25 million cubic yards of dredged material to restore navigable waterways, which are crucial for maritime trade and environmental management in the region. The anticipated contract value ranges from $10 million to $20 million, with a completion timeframe of 155 calendar days post-award. Interested bidders must maintain an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) and direct inquiries to Angela Day at Angela.C.Day@usace.army.mil or Karen D. Hargrave at karen.d.hargrave@usace.army.mil.
    New Orleans Harbor and Various Bar Channels Cutterhead Dredge 3-2025
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Army Corps of Engineers, is seeking contractors for the New Orleans Harbor and Various Bar Channels Cutterhead Dredge project, designated as Nos. 3-2025. The procurement involves furnishing a fully crewed and equipped hydraulic pipeline cutterhead dredge to perform work in the New Orleans Harbor Reach of the Mississippi River and adjacent waterways. This dredging project is crucial for maintaining navigational channels and ensuring safe passage for maritime traffic, with an estimated construction value ranging from $10 million to $25 million. The solicitation is expected to be issued around April 15, 2025, and interested vendors are encouraged to register on beta.SAM.gov and ensure they are registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for contract awards. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Bambi Raja at 504-862-1499 or Cori A. Caimi at 504-862-1352.
    Houma Navigation Canal, Terrebonne Bay and Cat Island Pass, LA, Maintenance Dredging #24-2, Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana. ED 23-032
    Dept Of Defense
    Presolicitation DEPT OF DEFENSE is seeking construction services for maintenance dredging in Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana. The work involves removing and disposing of shoal material from the Houma Navigation Canal channel. The estimated value of the project is between $10,000,000 and $25,000,000. The solicitation will be issued on or about February 8, 2024. Interested vendors are encouraged to register on SAM.gov. Offerors must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for a government contract award. For more information, contact Taylor Brandon at 504-862-1009 or email Taylor.H.Brandon@usace.army.mil. The Contracting Officer is Hillary Morgan at 504-862-1231 or email Hillary.A.Morgan@usace.army.mil.