Eisenhower Lock Tunnel Pressure Grout Repairs

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services (construction) to perform pressure grouting to seal designated cracks in selected recesses at the Eisenhower Lock Tunnel in Massena, NY. The goal is to stop current water infiltration and any infiltration in adjacent areas.

• Perform pressure grouting to seal designated cracks.

• Work must be in exact accordance with the solicitation and attached Statement of Work (SOW).

• Contractor employees will require agency access to DOT facilities and sensitive information, necessitating background investigations and potential security clearances.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price contract, resulting from an RFQ.

• Period of Performance: Within 10 calendar days of Notice to Proceed (NTP) and completed within 90 calendar days.

• Place of Performance/Acceptance: Eisenhower Lock Tunnel, Massena, NY 13662.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the NAICS Code is 238990 with a small business size standard of $19.0M.

• Quotes are due by July 14, 2026, 2:00 PM EST.

• Submissions must be in electronic format (MS Word 2007, MS Excel 2007, or searchable PDF).

• Evaluation approach: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Technical Acceptability: Requires sufficient information demonstrating capability to meet RFQ and SOW requirements.

• Past Performance: At least two (2) but no more than three (3) references from the last five years.

• Award will be made to the responsible quoter whose quote represents the best value.

• Total Small Business Set Aside.

• Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov with an active registration at the time of solicitation closing.

• Contractor employees must be U.S. citizens or non-citizens lawfully admitted for permanent residence or employment.

• Site Visit: June 23, 2026, 10:00 AM EST.

• Questions Due Date: June 25, 2026, 2:00 PM EST.

• A payment bond OR irrevocable letter of credit (ILC) is required ten (10) calendar days after award.

• Attachments include: Statement of Work, Pricing Sheet, Davis Bacon Wage Determination, Reference Drawings, and Spetec-F400-TDS.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a pricing sheet (Attachment B) intended for bidders to provide cost information for the opportunity. It outlines the specific line items for which pricing is required.

• Mobilization: A lump sum (LS) item for initial project setup.
• Crack Repairs - Eisenhower Lock Tunnel: Priced per linear foot (FT), indicating a quantity of 500 FT.
• Demobilization: A lump sum (LS) item for project closeout.
• Total: A field to sum the costs and provide a total price.

Bidders must complete this pricing sheet accurately to submit a responsive proposal. The unit prices and total will be critical components of the overall bid evaluation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains reference drawings related to the opportunity. These drawings provide detailed visual specifications and technical information necessary for understanding the scope and requirements of the project.

• Architectural and structural details
• Cross-sections and elevations
• Specific dimensions and measurements
• Notes on materials and construction methods

Bidders should carefully review these drawings to accurately assess the project's complexity, estimate costs, and ensure their proposals meet all technical and design specifications. These drawings are critical for understanding the physical aspects of the work to be performed.

Statement of Work (SOW)

The Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (GLS) requires a qualified Contractor to seal designated cracks in the Eisenhower Lock Tunnel to stop current water infiltration and prevent resultant corrosion and ice formation.

• Seal an estimated 500 linear feet of cracks, joints, voids, or pipe penetrations in concrete structures.

• The specific locations will be identified by the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) during a walk-through inspection.

• Work involves injecting a hydrophobic polyurethane resin.

• The Contractor shall verify complete crack fill and leak cessation.

• Repaired areas will be inspected at least 24 hours after injection to confirm water infiltration has been eliminated.

• Any areas still exhibiting leakage will be re-injected at no additional cost to the Government until fully sealed.

• Period of Performance: Begin within 10 calendar days and complete within 90 calendar days after notice to proceed.

• Place of Performance: Eisenhower Lock Tunnel in Massena, NY 13662.

• Work must be conducted under confined-space conditions and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA.

• Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision.

• Approved material: SPETEC PUR F400 Hydrophobic Closed Cell Polyurethane Foam Injection Resin, or approved equal, meeting specific performance criteria (hydrophobic, expansion, water cut-off, durability, curing).

• Surface and crack preparation includes inspection, cleaning, and drilling injection ports.

• Injection procedure involves controlled pressure injection and removal of packers.

• Quality control includes experienced personnel and verification of leak cessation.

• Government-furnished resources include job site access and existing system drawings.

• Reference Drawings.PDF is provided as an attachment.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Wage Determination from the U.S. Department of Labor, outlining prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various construction classifications in New York State, specifically for Heavy and Highway construction types in Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence Counties. It serves as a reference for contractors to ensure compliance with labor standards on federal or federally funded projects.

• General Decision Number: NY20260009
• Publication Date: 05/18/2026
• Counties Covered: Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence
• Construction Types: Heavy and Highway
• Classifications: Lists numerous job classifications (e.g., Boilermaker, Cement Mason, Carpenter, Electrician, Laborer, Painter, Plumber, Roofer, Truck Driver, Welder) with corresponding hourly rates and fringe benefits.
• Footnotes and Special Conditions: Includes details on paid holidays, vacation accrual, and specific requirements for certain roles (e.g., "paid holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, provided the employee works the day before or the day after the holiday").
• Executive Orders: Mentions Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Establishing a Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors).

Bidders must use this document to understand the minimum wage and fringe benefit requirements for all laborers and mechanics employed on the project. Failure to comply with these wage determinations can lead to penalties and contract non-compliance. This information is crucial for accurate cost estimation and proposal development.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Technical Data Sheet for SPETEC PUR F400, a hydrophobic closed-cell polyurethane foam injection resin. It provides detailed information on the product's properties, uses, application, and technical specifications.

• Description: Solvent and phthalate-free, water-reactive, hydrophobic, closed-cell, low viscosity, shrink-free, flexible, one-component polyurethane resin.
• Uses: Shutting off water leaks in concrete, brickwork, sewers, foundations, tunnels, and for curtain grouting.
• Advantages: One component, adjustable reaction times with accelerators, permanent flexible sealing, good chemical resistance, environmentally harmless, and certified for drinking water contact (NSF/ANSI/CAN 61).
• Application Instructions: Details on preliminary analysis, substrate preparation, product preparation (mixing with accelerator), equipment preparation, and the injection process.
• Technical Data: Includes uncured and cured physical properties such as viscosity, flash point, density, tensile strength, and elongation.
• Reaction Times & Expansion Factor: Tables detailing reaction rates and expansion volumes with different accelerators and temperatures.
• Packaging: Available in 5-gallon pails, 10.5 oz cartridges, and a 4-pack kit.
• Storage: Recommended storage between 50° - 80° F (10° - 29° C).
• Safety & Warranty: Outlines safety precautions, limited warranty, and emphasizes reading Safety Data Sheets.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the specific material properties and application requirements if SPETEC PUR F400 is specified in a solicitation or SOW. It helps in assessing the feasibility, cost, and technical approach for any work involving this particular injection resin.