Emsworth and Dashields Locks and Dam Tow Haulage System Replacement Project
ID: W911WN25BA016Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW072 ENDIST PITTSBURGHPITTSBURGH, PA, 15222-4198, USA

NAICS

Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (237990)

PSC

REPAIR OR ALTERATION OF DAMS (Z2KA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/5a387fdbe4c443e0ad9a93d3378f2e46/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Pittsburgh District, is seeking contractors for the Emsworth and Dashields Locks and Dam Tow Haulage System Replacement Project, which involves replacing the existing tow haulage systems at two locations in Pennsylvania. The project aims to install an Electrically Controlled and Electrically Actuated Counter Torque System, enhancing the efficiency and safety of barge movements through the lock chambers. This significant construction initiative, with a budget estimated between $10 million and $25 million, is crucial for maintaining the operational integrity of the locks and dams, ensuring smooth navigation for commercial and recreational vessels. Interested bidders must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) to participate, with the bid opening having occurred on November 21, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Mario Dizdarevic at mario.dizdarevic@usace.army.mil or Connie L. Ferguson at Connie.L.Ferguson@usace.army.mil.

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    Bid Opening Sign In Sheet.pdf
    The document is an attendance record for a bid opening held on Friday, November 21st, 2025, at 11:00 A.M. EDT. The event was for the Emsworth and Dashields Locks and Dam Tow Haulage System Replacement Project, located in Emsworth, PA 15202 and Coraopolis, PA 15108, Allegheny County. The attendees included representatives from various companies such as American Bridge Company, McMillen, Inc., Superior Lidgerwood Mundy, CJ Mahan Construction Company, Michels Construction, and numerous individuals from USACE (U.S. Army Corps of Engineers). This record serves as official documentation of participants present at a significant stage of a federal government procurement process, likely an RFP or grant-related event.
    Bid Results.pdf
    This document details the bid results for the W911WN25BA016 Emsworth and Dashields Locks and Dam Tow Haulage System Replacement Project. The bid opening occurred on November 21, 2025, for a project located in Emsworth and Coraopolis, Allegheny County, PA. The Independent Government Estimate (IGE) for the project was $14,096,308.76. Four contractors submitted bids: Michels Construction, Inc. with a bid of $13,620,719.60; C.J. Mahan Construction Company, LLC with a bid of $16,803,852.00; McMillen, Inc. with a bid of $20,475,394.00; and American Bridge Company with the highest bid of $24,297,842.00. The document provides a clear overview of the financial proposals for this significant federal government project.
    Consolidation of Contract Requirements Determination-Redacted.pdf
    Site Visit 29 September 2025 Sign-In Sheet.pdf
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