Oregon-Washington Clamshell Maintenance Dredging 2025
ID: W9127N25BA002Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW071 ENDIST PORTLANDPORTLAND, OR, 97204-3495, USA

NAICS

Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (237990)

PSC

CONSTRUCTION OF DREDGING FACILITIES (Y1KF)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/bb62dce958904e1b97f03a5b06c5d44d/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is soliciting bids for the "OR/WA Clamshell Maintenance Dredging 2025" project, which aims to enhance navigable waterways in Oregon and Washington. The project involves dredging and placement of materials at multiple locations, with a total estimated construction budget between $5 million and $10 million, and is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 237990. This initiative is crucial for maintaining safe and accessible waterways, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, including labor laws and wage determinations under the Davis-Bacon Act. Interested contractors must submit their bids electronically by the specified deadline, and can contact Julia Carlton or Brandon Lasich for further information.

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    C.04 25BA002 Abstract OWC final.pdf
    The document outlines a solicitation for bids from potential contractors for dredging and placement of materials along specific waterways in Oregon and Washington, conducted by the Portland District of the Corps of Engineers. Issued on April 22, 2025, and set to open on May 22, 2025, the solicitation specifies mandatory line items including mobilization, dredging, and hydrographic surveys with a total estimated cost of approximately $4.9 million for mandatory items and $4.1 million for optional items, amounting to a combined projected total exceeding $9 million. Each item indicates varying quantities, unit prices, and estimated amounts. Bid security of 20% is required, along with acknowledgment of any addenda. The document is structured with detailed listings of work items, unit measurements, pricing, and offers received, indicating a competitive bidding process for federal contracts aimed at improving navigation and waterway safety. This solicitation reflects the government's ongoing commitment to maintenance and infrastructure enhancement in the specified regions.
    OWCMD25_PLANS_Advertise.pdf
    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Portland District, has released plans for Maintenance Dredging 2025 in Oregon and Washington. The project aims to ensure navigable channels and harbors through comprehensive dredging operations utilizing clamshell techniques. It includes detailed construction drawings and layouts for various areas, such as Port Orford, Charleston Channel, Baker Bay, and Vancouver Lower Anchorage, detailing dredging depths, coordinates, and placement sites for the dredged material. The contract number for this solicitation is W9127N25BA002. The drawings emphasize the maximum dredging depths prescribed for different regions and provide specifications related to placement and disposal sites, ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The project reiterates the commitment to maintaining safe and accessible waterways while aligning with federal standards for environmental management and public safety.
    OWCMD25_SPECS_Advertise.pdf
    The solicitation W9127N25BA002 outlines the Oregon and Washington Coast Clamshell Maintenance Dredging project for 2025. It encompasses multiple locations including Port Orford, Charleston Channel, Baker Bay, and others. The project aims to perform dredging and material placement, with a construction cost estimate between $5 million and $10 million, and is designated as a small business set-aside under NAICS code 237990. Key contractual details include firm fixed price arrangements, adherence to various environmental compliance documents, and requirements for performance and payment bonds. Bidders must submit offers electronically by the deadline, with additional requirements for E-Verify compliance and representations regarding employment eligibility. The document also specifies mandatory and optional line items for dredging, including mobilization, dredging of specified cubic yards at different locations, and hydrographic surveys. Additionally, instructions and conditions governing the contract, including the submission of inquiries through ProjNet-Bidsm, are highlighted to facilitate transparency. Overall, this solicitation emphasizes the federal government’s commitment to infrastructure maintenance while fostering participation from small businesses, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, and following procurement best practices.
    Solicitation - W9127N25BA002 OR_WA Clamshell.pdf
    The document outlines a solicitation for the "Oregon Washington Clamshell Maintenance Dredging 2025" project, with a total construction budget estimated between $5 million and $10 million. The project, managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, involves dredging and placement of materials at multiple locations in Oregon and Washington, thereby improving navigable waterways. Key components include a firm-fixed pricing arrangement for mobilization, demobilization, and specified volumes of dredging at various sites, along with optional line items for additional work. Interested contractors are required to complete the offer section fully, provide necessary performance and payment bonds, and adhere to a specified acceptance period after bid submission. This request emphasizes a small business set-aside and compliance with federal regulations, including labor laws and certifications. Electronic submission for bids is mandated, with a clear due date stated, and a public bid opening scheduled telephonically to facilitate transparency while adhering to current best practices. The focus is on obtaining competitive offers while ensuring compliance with established federal contracting protocols, fostering engagement with small businesses in the region, and enhancing maritime efficiency through this dredging project.
    Solicitation Amendment W9127N25BA0020001 SF 30.pdf
    The document is an amendment to a solicitation for a federal contract related to maintenance dredging in Oregon and Washington. It outlines the procedures and requirements for contractors to acknowledge the amendment and submit bids. Key updates include an extension of the bid receipt deadline (not specified), the introduction of a new Bidder Inquiry Key for ProjNet, and the addition of a clause on taxes for specific foreign procurements. Contractors must submit bids electronically via email; hard copy submissions will not be accepted. The document emphasizes that every electronic submission must be virus-free and formatted appropriately for review. A telephonic bid opening is scheduled to occur one hour after the bid deadline, and participants are required to register in advance. Lastly, additional clauses have been incorporated to address administrative changes and tax considerations for foreign procurements. This amendment is crucial for ensuring contractors comply with updated solicitation terms while fostering transparency and efficient bid processing within federal contracting activities.
    Wage Determ OR20240081_04.02.2025.pdf
    The document outlines wage determinations for heavy dredging projects in Oregon, effective January 3, 2025, under the Davis-Bacon Act, which mandates minimum wage compliance for federal contracts. It specifies wages based on project zones—A, B, and C—determined by proximity to Portland and lists various job classifications with their corresponding rates and fringe benefits. For contracts awarded on or after January 30, 2022, workers must be paid a minimum of $17.75 per hour, while contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, are subject to a $13.30 minimum wage. The document also addresses the implications of Executive Order 13706, which requires paid sick leave for federal contractors. It details the appeals process for wage determination disputes and emphasizes the need for accurate classification rates for various skilled positions. This information is critical for federal contractors and grant applicants engaged in dredging work, ensuring compliance with wage and hour regulations while promoting worker protections.
    Wage Determ WA20240080_04.02.2025.pdf
    The document outlines the General Decision Number WA20250080, effective January 3, 2025, governing wage determinations for heavy dredging construction projects across Washington State, excluding specific counties. It emphasizes compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act and related executive orders, mandating minimum hourly wages for laborers based on contract initiation dates. The document details wage rates and fringe benefits for various classifications of workers involved in dredging operations, categorizing them into different groups with specific pay rates. Key points include wage rates for multiple counties, categorized into groups based on job functions, and adjustment protocols reliant on geography. Notable executive orders enforce wage minimums, with Executive Order 14026 setting a rate of at least $17.75 for newer contracts, while Executive Order 13658 applies to earlier contracts at a minimum of $13.30. Furthermore, the document emphasizes the necessity for contractors to conform to wage determination classifications and the procedure for appeals regarding wage determinations. This summary aims to inform stakeholders in the context of RFPs and grants about contractual wage requirements and worker protections relevant to federal and state dredging projects.
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