Emergency Buy: Type 1 River Rock, Missouri River Mile 52.8, Kansas City District USACE
Overview
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Set Aside
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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 Department of the Army, USACE Kansas City District, is soliciting quotes for an Emergency Buy of Type 1 River Rock for Missouri River Mile 52.8. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and requires the purchase and delivery of 7,500 short tons of rock. Quotes are due by April 10, 2026, at 08:00 AM.
Scope of Work
This Request for Quote (RFQ) is for the procurement and delivery of 7,500 short tons of Type 1 River Rock. The rock must be broken, durable, and not disintegrate under air and water. Specific gradation requirements include: fines (less than ½-inch) not exceeding 5% by weight, and a maximum weight of 3,000 lbs per piece. Delivery is required at a contractor-run loading facility nearest to Missouri River Mile 52.8, where it will be loaded onto Government-owned barges at a rate of 1,000 tons per day. The contractor is responsible for transportation costs (FOB Destination).
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Request for Quote (RFQ), anticipated Firm Fixed Price.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 212319 (Other Crushed and Broken Stone Mining and Quarrying), with a 505-employee size standard.
- Product/Service Code: 5610 (Mineral Construction Materials, Bulk).
- Place of Performance: Missouri River Mile 52.8, near Washington, MO.
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must submit their quotes on the attached synopsis/solicitation. Award will be made to the offeror providing the best value, considering the following evaluation factors:
- Loading Location: Government Barge Accessible and Proximity to River Mile 52.8.
- Price. Questions must be submitted via email to seth.b.balsters@usace.army.mil.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Quote Due Date: April 10, 2026, 08:00 AM.
- Estimated Delivery Date: By May 12, 2026.
- Primary Contact: Seth Balsters, seth.b.balsters@usace.army.mil, 816-389-3566.
Additional Notes
The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses effective through FAC 2025-06. A "Variation in Quantity" clause allows for a +/-10% variation in tonnage. The government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation at any time. Offerors should ensure they are referencing the most current Statement of Work (SOW) document, which was updated via amendment.