Bid Abstract - 3251 MVS Crane Barge Replacement
ID: W912BU25BA019Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW2SD ENDIST PHILADELPHIAPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19103-0000, USA

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Ship Building and Repairing (336611)

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BARGES AND LIGHTERS, SPECIAL PURPOSE (1935)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in Philadelphia, is seeking bids for the replacement of the 3251 MVS Crane Barge, as outlined in Solicitation Number W912BU25BA0019. This procurement is set aside for small businesses and aims to secure a crane barge, with options for delivery, to support various operational needs within the Army's maritime activities. The estimated total bid amounts range from approximately $3.9 million to $16.9 million, with the bid opening scheduled for September 19, 2025. Interested parties can reach out to Katie Sayers at katie.l.sayers@usace.army.mil for further information.

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    The "Abstract of Offers" details the responses to Solicitation Number W912BU25BA0019 for the 3251 MVS Crane Barge Replacement, issued by the US Army Corps of Engineers, Philadelphia, PA. The solicitation, dated July 22, 2025, with an opening date of September 19, 2025, received offers from four companies: Conrad Shipyard, St. Johns Shipbuilding Inc., Reagent World Inc., and Southwest Shipyard LP. Each offeror acknowledged two amendments. The bids included pricing for one crane barge and an option for delivery, with total estimated base bid and options ranging from $3,986,752.00 to $16,871,000.00. The abstract was certified and signed by Michael Hunter, Contracting Officer, on September 19, 2025.
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