Dam Intake Debris Removal Services, Union Village Dam, East Thetford, VT
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 - New England District is soliciting quotes for Dam Intake Debris Removal Services at the Union Village Dam in East Thetford, VT. This requirement is for a Firm Fixed-Price contract to remove approximately 100 cubic yards of river debris from the dam's intake trash racks. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due March 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for furnishing all labor, equipment, and transportation necessary to remove and transport approximately one hundred (100) cubic yards of river debris from the intake (trash racks) at Union Village Dam. The removed material will be dumped onsite in a designated area. The work requires clearing trash racks, removing floating debris, and ensuring the intake area is returned to a run-of-the-river state. Specific safety requirements include compliance with EM 385-1-1, development of an Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA), and designation of a Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO). Load handling equipment (LHE) operations must also comply with EM 385-1-1, Chapter 16, including qualified operators, signal persons, and a submitted lift plan. Site access involves navigating an access road with a 45-degree turn, guardrail, ledge, and road gate, with a designated crane setup area and a road to the disposal area.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: From contract award through June 15, 2026
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 562119 (Other Waste Management) with a $47 Million small business size standard.
- Place of Performance: Union Village Dam, East Thetford, VT
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist, Alicia N. LaCrosse (alicia.n.lacrosse@usace.army.mil), by March 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST. Evaluation will be comparative, considering Technical capability, Price, and Past Performance. Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) with an 'Active' status. A mandatory "Solicitation Survey" must be completed and returned with quotes, providing details on company information, experience, personnel, certifications, and past performance. Failure to provide complete information or adhere to all instructions may result in disqualification. Site visits are highly recommended prior to providing a quote.
Contact Information
- Primary Point of Contact: Alicia LaCrosse
- Email: alicia.n.lacrosse@usace.army.mil
- Phone: 978-318-8902