Barge & Bucket Repair for the Missouri River Project Office

Other / Unclassified

This document is a sign-in sheet for a site visit related to the MRPO Barge & Excavator Bucket Repair, which took place on February 17, 2026. It lists attendees' names, their companies, email addresses, and initials.

This sign-in sheet indicates which companies and individuals attended the site visit. Potential bidders can use this information to understand who else is interested in or has visited the site for this opportunity, potentially identifying competitors or partners.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To complete repairs to Equipment Barge #600's damaged and leaking spud well box and to repair two (2) ESCO excavator buckets. The repairs aim to extend service life and provide enhanced protection.

• Barge Repairs: Perform ASTM A36 Carbon Structural Steel welding repairs to the spud well box of Barge #600. This includes lead-based paint removal and disposal, working within a designated Permit-Required Confined Space. Reinforcement will be added to the spud well box.

• Bucket Repairs: Repair two (2) ESCO excavator buckets by installing AR450 or AR500 wear plates, side cutters, and weld-on corner protectors. This includes removing worn material and installing new components to increase service life.

• All work must be performed in accordance with the contract documents and applicable standards (ASTM A36, EM 385-1-1, OSHA regulations, RCRA).

• Lead-based paint removal must comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1926.62 and EM 385-1-1.

• Confined space entry must comply with EM 385-1-1, 29 CFR 1926, 29 CFR 1910, and OSHA Directive CPL 2.100.

• Repairs must restore structural integrity and watertightness.

• Welds must meet structural, quality, and inspection standards for marine repairs.

• ESCO Buckets: March 16, 2026, to April 1, 2026.

• Barge #600: March 16, 2026, to May 1, 2026.

• Overall Completion: All services to be completed, accepted, tested, and ready for service no later than May 1, 2026.

• Place of Performance: 9901 John J Pershing Drive, Omaha, NE 68112.

• Lead Paint: Identification, removal, handling, and disposal of lead-based paint.

• Confined Space: Work on the spud well is a Permit-Required Confined Space; requires specific entry procedures, rescue plans, and coordination with emergency responders (but not reliance on them for rescue).

• Submittals: Required submittals include Site-Specific Health and Safety Plan, Site Specific Work Plan, E-Verified Personnel list, PRCS Permits, ASTM A36 Steel Specification Sheets, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and Proof of Insurance. These must be submitted and approved before work commences.

• Quality Control: Contractor must develop and maintain an effective quality control program.

• Government Furnished: Restroom facilities and utilities (electricity, city water) will be provided. All other items (materials, equipment, supplies, services) are contractor-furnished.

• Site Visit: Prospective bidders are encouraged to visit the site on February 13, 2026.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for welding repair of Barge 600's spud well (confined space) and repair of two existing ESCO buckets. The work involves providing all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary for these repairs, including reinforcement and wear plate installation, in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS) and contract drawings.

• Welding repair of Barge 600 spud well in a confined space.

• Repair of two existing ESCO buckets, including welding and installation of AR450 or AR500 wear plates, side cutters, weld-on corner protectors, and additional reinforcement.

• All work must be performed in accordance with the specified Performance Work Statement (PWS) and contract drawings.

• Compliance with various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses is required.

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price for both line items.

• Period of Performance for Item 0001: March 16, 2026 to May 1, 2026.

• Period of Performance for Option Line Item 0002: March 16, 2026 to April 1, 2026.

• NAICS Code: 811310 (Size Standard: $13,000,000.00).

• Offer Due Date: February 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM.

• Offers must be submitted electronically to Grant.M.Hibbs@usace.army.mil.

• Quotes must include solicitation number, offeror's information, authorized negotiator's information, agreement to terms, and acknowledgement of amendments.

• Evaluation will be based on Relevant Experience and Past Performance, and Price.

• A site visit is scheduled for February 17, 2026, at 1:00 PM Central Time at the Missouri River Project Office.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses covering various aspects of contract performance, compliance, and reporting.

• Offerors are urged to inspect the site where services are to be performed.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a bid schedule, likely an attachment to a solicitation, detailing pricing requirements for specific repair tasks. Bidders are expected to use this schedule to provide their proposed costs for the base bid and any options.

• Item 1: Base Bid – Welding Repair of Barge 600 Spud Well: This item covers the repair and reinforcement of a leaking spud well in Barge 600, including confined space work, lead-based paint disposal, bulkhead access, and installation of steel reinforcement. The quantity is listed as 1 Job.
• Item 2: Option 1 – ESCO Bucket Repairs: This item covers reinforcement, weld repairs, and wear plate installation on two ESCO buckets. Work includes reinforcing buckets, installing wear plates (AR450 or AR500), wear strips, new side-cutter bits, and weld-on corner wear shoe protectors. Hard-facing material application for bucket teeth is also included. The quantity is listed as 2 Each.
• Total Contract Cost: A field is provided to sum the costs for the Base Bid and Option 1.
• Unit Price and Total Amount: Columns are present for bidders to enter their unit prices and calculate total amounts for each item. All pre-filled prices are $0.00.

This pricing sheet is critical for bidders to understand the specific scope of work for both the base requirement and the potential option. Bidders must accurately price these items according to the PWS and contract drawings to formulate their proposals. The structure indicates that pricing for the base bid and option 1 needs to be provided by the vendor.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains detailed drawings and notes for the welding repair of a leaking spud well on Barge 600. It serves as a technical guide for contractors performing the repair.

• Plan and Elevation Views: Illustrates the overall structure of Barge 600 and the location of the spud well.
• Existing Conditions: Details the damaged areas of the spud well that require repair.
• Repair Details: Provides specific instructions and diagrams for the welding and reinforcement work needed to restore the spud well's integrity and watertight condition.
• Materials: Specifies the use of 3/4-inch thick x 6-inch wide angle iron and flat stock for reinforcement, and E7018 electrodes for welding.
• Weld Requirements: Mandates full-penetration welds, no skip welding, and a minimum of three passes on all welded joints.
• Confined Space Entry: Notes that the repair will be performed in a permit-required confined space and requires strict adherence to safety regulations (EM 385-1-1, 29 CFR 1926, 29 CFR 1910, OSHA Directive CPL 2.100).
• Lead-Based Paint: Requires removal of lead-based paint as per contract PWS.
• Access Panel: Instructions for cutting and re-welding an access panel in the interior bulkhead wall.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the scope, technical requirements, and safety considerations of the spud well repair. It directly informs the labor, materials, and time needed to complete the work, impacting proposal development and cost estimation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Wage Determination (No. 2015-5005, Revision No. 27) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor under the Service Contract Act. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations employed on federal service contracts within specific geographic areas (Iowa Counties of Harrison, Mills, Pottawattamie; Nebraska Counties of Cass, Douglas, Sarpy, Saunders, Washington).

• Lists numerous occupational codes and titles.
• Provides the minimum hourly wage rate for each occupation.
• Specifies fringe benefits required, including Health & Welfare rates.
• Includes notes on Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage).
• Outlines procedures for conformance when a classification is not listed.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the labor costs associated with performing a federal service contract in the specified geographic areas. It dictates the minimum wages and benefits that must be paid to employees, directly impacting proposal pricing and overall cost of contract performance. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and benefits meet or exceed these requirements.