Design-Build Lifting Handling Basket for the Bulkhead Lifter at Lock and Dam 5A
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, USACE St. Paul District, has issued a Solicitation for the Design-Build of a Lifting Handling Basket for the Bulkhead Lifter at Lock and Dam 5A. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5). The contractor will be responsible for delivering a complete and fully functional custom-built material lifting/handling basket. Proposals are due May 1, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires a contractor to provide all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and expertise for the design, fabrication, and delivery of a custom-built material lifting/handling basket. The basket is intended for use with the bulkhead lifter at Lock and Dam 5A. The final product must be complete and fully functional upon delivery, falling under Product/Service Code 3990 (Miscellaneous Materials Handling Equipment).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product/Service Code: 3990 - Miscellaneous Materials Handling Equipment.
- Proposal Due: May 1, 2026, 8:00 PM Z
- Published: April 24, 2026
Additional Information
Interested parties should refer to the full solicitation documents for detailed requirements, specifications, and submission instructions. The primary point of contact for this opportunity is Benjamin Knutson, who can be reached at benjamin.t.knutson@usace.army.mil or 651-290-5418.