Mississippi River Outlets, Vicinity of Venice, Louisiana Tiger Pass Bar Channel, Maintenance Dredging, Plaquemines Parish, LA (ED 24-011)
ID: W912P825BA016Type: Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW07V ENDIST N ORLEANSNEW ORLEANS, LA, 70118-3651, USA

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Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (237990)

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CONSTRUCTION OF DREDGING FACILITIES (Y1KF)
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    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.

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    The document pertains to a maintenance dredging project for the Tiger Pass Bar Channel in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana, managed by the New Orleans District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Scheduled for completion in September 2024, this project addresses the maintenance needs of vital navigation routes within the Mississippi River outlets. It includes technical specifications, location maps, and detailed construction plans, such as indexed drawings and station profiles indicating the channel alignment and cross-sections necessary for dredging operations. Key components include various gage measurements to guide dredging strategies and channel configuration. The data outlines the project area coordinates and the layout required to ensure navigation safety while maintaining the water flow dynamics essential for regional commerce. The meticulous planning demonstrates the Corps’ commitment to enhancing infrastructure in flood-prone areas, ultimately supporting maritime trade and environmental management in Louisiana's waterways.
    The document outlines an Invitation for Bid (IFB), W912P825BA016, from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for maintenance dredging of the Tiger Pass Bar Channel located in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana. The project aims to remove and dispose of dredged materials to maintain navigable waterways in the vicinity of Venice, Louisiana. Bidders must comply with affirmative action and equal opportunity requirements, including the Certification of Non-segregated Facilities, and must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). The anticipated contract value is between $10 million and $20 million, with a completion timeframe of 155 calendar days post-award. Prospective bidders are directed to submit complete proposals, including necessary representations and certifications. The bidding schedule provides specific details regarding required operations, with an emphasis on unit pricing for various dredging tasks. The document stresses the importance of adhering to safety and health requirements as outlined in the Corps of Engineers’ manual. The IFB also includes provisions for optional work, cautioning that bids must be responsive to avoid disqualification. All inquiries about the solicitation should be directed to the designated Contract Specialist, ensuring clarity and prompt communication during the bidding process.
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