Emergency Object Removal Delaware River, Schuylkill River, and C and D Canal
Overview
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PSC
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 Philadelphia District, United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is requesting proposals for Emergency Object Removal from the Delaware River, Schuylkill River, and C and D Canal. This effort addresses objects shallower than authorized depths, which pose a hazard to navigation. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due March 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
- Removal and disposal of objects from within the Delaware River channel (Trenton to Sea Deep Draft Navigation Project), the Schuylkill River Navigation Project, and the C and D Canal and its approaches.
- Objects are identified as potential hazards due to their shallow depth.
- Exact dimensions and material composition of objects are not known, but a sample chartlet (0002 Attachment A) provides estimates from previous efforts.
- A graphic map (0003 Attachment B) shows the three separate areas for bidding.
- USACE survey crews will verify exact object locations prior to removal, and the government plans to provide these survey services.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, Single Award Task Order Contract (SATOC)
- Duration: Five years
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: March 30, 2026, 06:00 PM EST
- Published: February 26, 2026, 07:26 PM EST
Evaluation
Specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in the provided description.
Additional Notes
Offerors should refer to the provided attachments for estimated object descriptions and a graphic map of the project areas. The government will provide survey services to support all object removal efforts.