3315 MVK Crane Barge
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, Vicksburg District, through W2SD ENDIST PHILADELPHIA, is soliciting bids for one new deck barge (3315 MVK Crane Barge). This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and is issued as an Invitation for Bid (IFB). The barge is for use in support of various missions in Vicksburg, MS. Bids are due by June 1, 2026, at 1400 EDT.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the procurement of one new deck barge with the following principal dimensions:
- Length Overall (Molded): 255 ft
- Beam (Molded): 52 ft
- Hull Depth Amidships (Molded): 9 ft 6 in The barge will support the Army Corps of Engineers' missions.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Invitation for Bid (IFB) / Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 336611 (Ship Building and Repair)
- Product Service Code: 1935 (Barges And Lighters, Special Purpose)
- Bid Due: June 1, 2026, at 1400 EDT
- Published: April 21, 2026
- Requirements: Bid guarantee, payment, and performance bonding are required. Liquidated damages will be associated with this procurement.
Evaluation
Award shall be made to the lowest-priced bidder who is determined to be responsive and responsible.
Submission & Contact
Bids must be submitted electronically via the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation Module. No other transmission methods (email, fax, mail, hand-carried) will be accepted. Offerors are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov and PIEE for any amendments or updates. Primary Contact: Matthew Rhoads at matthew.t.rhoads@usace.army.mil. All communications must be in writing, identifying the solicitation number, company name, address, phone, and point of contact.