Atlantic Coast of Maryland (ACMD) Berm Reconstruction
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, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Baltimore District, has issued a Sources Sought notice for the Atlantic Coast of Maryland (ACMD) Berm Reconstruction Project. This notice is for market research purposes only, indicating the Government's intent to issue an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for this project in Ocean City, MD. The project aims to reduce the risk of damage to infrastructure from coastal storms. Responses are due by April 1, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project involves dredging approximately 1.2 million cubic yards (CY) of sand from an offshore borrow area known as Weaver Shoals, located 7-8 miles offshore of Ocean City, MD. This sand will then be placed along approximately 8.3 miles of existing beach in Ocean City. The primary purpose is to enhance coastal storm risk reduction for infrastructure. This effort specifically excludes any work on the existing dune or seawall.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Intent: Future Invitation for Bid (IFB)
- Product/Service Code: Z1KF (Maintenance Of Dredging Facilities)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: April 1, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET
- Published: March 17, 2026
Evaluation
This is solely a Sources Sought notice to identify interested and capable contractors. It is not a request for proposals, quotations, or bids. Responses will inform the Government's acquisition strategy for the future IFB.
Additional Notes
No solicitation, specifications, or drawings are available at this time. This notice does not constitute a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract. Interested parties should monitor SAM.gov for future updates. Primary Contact: Aisha Boykin, aisha.r.boykin@usace.army.mil, 410-962-4978.