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 proposals for Dam Intake Debris Removal Services at Union Village Dam, East Thetford, VT. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The work involves removing approximately one hundred (100) cubic yards of river debris from the dam's intake trash racks. Quotes are due March 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern.
Scope of Work
The contractor will furnish all labor, equipment, and transportation to remove and transport approximately 100 cubic yards of river debris from the intake (trash racks) at Union Village Dam. Material will be dumped onsite in a designated area. The work requires clearing trash racks of debris, removing floating debris, and ensuring the intake area is returned to a run-of-the-river condition. All tasks must adhere to the Performance Work Statement (PWS).
Special Requirements & Safety
Site access involves navigating an access road with a 45-degree turn, guardrail, ledge, and road gate. A designated crane setup area is provided. Safety is paramount, requiring compliance with EM 385-1-1, development of an Accident Prevention Plan (APP), Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA), and designation of a Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO). Load handling equipment (LHE) operations must comply with EM 385-1-1, Chapter 16, including operator and signal person qualifications, and a submitted lift plan. A mandatory "Solicitation Survey" must be completed and submitted with the quote, detailing company information, experience, personnel, certifications, and past performance. Site visits are highly recommended.
Contract Details
This is a Firm Fixed Price contract. The Period of Performance is from contract award through June 15, 2026. The applicable NAICS code is 562119 (Other Waste Management), with a small business size standard of $47 Million.
Eligibility & Submission
This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) with an 'Active' status. Quotes must be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist, Alicia N. LaCrosse (alicia.n.lacrosse@usace.army.mil).
Evaluation & Key Dates
Proposals will be evaluated based on Technical capability, Price, and Past Performance through a comparative evaluation. Quotes are due by March 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern.