Bolivar County, Mississippi, FC/MR&T, EBMRL, Seepage Remediation, Francis to Round Lake, Item 615-L
Overview
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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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Vicksburg District is soliciting proposals for the Bolivar County, Mississippi, Seepage Remediation project (Item 615-L). This project involves the construction of seepage berms and related infrastructure along the East Bank Mississippi River Levee. This procurement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside restricted to the four holders of the FY 25 MATOC for Mississippi River Levees; however, this notice specifically highlights subcontracting opportunities for other firms. Proposals are due February 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all labor, materials, and equipment for seepage remediation from Francis to Round Lake. Key tasks include:
- Earthwork: Clearing and grubbing, uncompacted landside berm embankment construction, and borrow area excavation.
- Infrastructure: Installation of culverts, water control structures, and ditch construction (Ditches 1-6).
- Site Improvements: Levee surfacing with crushed stone, ramp transitions, and cattle guard installation.
- Environmental: Mowing, turfing, erosion control matting, and storm water pollution prevention.
Contract & Timeline
- Estimated Value: Between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000.
- Performance Period: Work must be completed within 206 calendar days after the notice to proceed.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside.
- Response Due: February 18, 2026 (Extended via Amendment 0003).
- Primary Contact: Lawren Boolos (lawren.boolos@usace.army.mil).
Evaluation
Award will be made to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder among the authorized MATOC holders: Affolter Contracting Company, Inc., B&K Construction Company, LLC, Circle, LLC, and Tarpan Construction, LLC.
Additional Notes
Five amendments have been issued to date. Notable changes include revised specifications for clearing and embankment (Amendment 0005), updated plan and profile drawings for ditches and borrow areas (Amendment 0004), and a corrected Bidder Key for ProjNet inquiries (6RKCX6-55J8IQ).