3066 NAO Derrickboat Elizabeth Replacement
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Army, Corps of Engineers, Norfolk District, is soliciting bids for the replacement of the NAO Derrickboat Elizabeth (Solicitation W912BU26BA015). This Invitation for Bid (IFB) seeks one new steel derrickboat to support its various missions. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Amendment 0001 extended the offer due date, and Amendment 0002 provided RFI responses and updated Section J.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one new steel derrickboat with principal dimensions including a Length Overall of 105 ft, Beam of 30 ft, Hull Depth of 8 ft, and Draft of 5 ft. It will feature 1000-BHP total propulsion power and a maximum fuel capacity of 2,878 gallons. The NAICS code for this procurement is 336611, Ship Building and Repair.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, Invitation for Bid (IFB)
- Solicitation Number: W912BU26BA015
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Offer Due Date: May 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM EDT (as extended by Amendment 0001)
- Published Date: April 22, 2026
- Requirements: Bid guarantee, payment, and performance bonding are required. Liquidated damages will be associated with this procurement.
Evaluation & Award
Award will be made to the lowest-priced bidder who is determined to be responsive and responsible.
Submission Instructions
Offers must be submitted electronically via the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation Module only. No other transmission methods (email, facsimile, regular mail, hand-carried) will be accepted. Offerors must monitor SAM.gov and PIEE for any amendments or updates.
Point of Contact
The Primary Contract Specialist is Katie Sayers at katie.l.sayers@usace.army.mil. All communications must be in writing via email and include the solicitation number, company name, address, phone number, and point of contact.