Franklin Slag Pile Superfund Remediation Project
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
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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, W2SD ENDIST PHILADELPHIA, has opened bids for the Franklin Slag Pile Superfund Remediation Project, a firm fixed-price construction contract in Philadelphia, PA. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity involves the remediation of a former slag site to eliminate environmental impact and facilitate redevelopment. Bids were opened on February 5, 2026, and an Abstract of Offers is now available.
Scope of Work
This project entails the remediation of the former Franklin Slag site, located at the northeast corner of Castor and Delaware Avenues in Philadelphia, PA. The site contains slag material from the former Franklin Smelting and Refining Company (FSRC) and MDC Industries operations. The remediation aims to address environmental impacts from fugitive dust and sediment, which have affected local residential and commercial areas. The final Record of Decision (ROD), completed August 2020, seeks to eliminate future environmental impact and enable site redevelopment.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price Construction Contract
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: Z2QA (Repair Or Alteration Of Restoration Of Real Property)
- Bid Opening Date: February 5, 2026, at 12:30 PM (EST)
- Notice Published: February 10, 2026
- Solicitation Number: W912BU26BA002
Key Amendments & Submission Details
The solicitation underwent four amendments:
- Amendment 0001 (Dec 5, 2025): Revised bid opening to Jan 15, 2026, and added site visit attendees list.
- Amendment 0002 (Jan 7, 2026): Provided RFI Q&A, revised bid opening to Feb 2, 2026, changed NAICS 562910 size standard to 1,000 employees, clarified that a Project Labor Agreement (PLA) is only required from the apparent low bidder prior to award, and updated submission instructions (one electronic copy, Section 00 45 00 - Representations and Certifications required).
- Amendment 0003 (Jan 26, 2026): Revised bid opening to Feb 5, 2026, and provided follow-up RFI Q&A.
- Amendment 0004 (Feb 2, 2026): Provided additional RFI Q&A.
Abstract of Offers
An 'Abstract of Offers' document, posted February 10, 2026, details the bids received from LUCIANOS EXCAVATION INC, CAPE ENVIRONMENTAL, EQM SERVICES, LLC, and SEVENSON ENVIRONMENTAL. It includes itemized costs for 22 line items and total estimated bid amounts, providing insights into competitive pricing for this remediation project. For further information, contact Eric Leach (eric.a.leach@usace.army.mil) or Brandon Mormello (brandon.r.mormello@usace.army.mil).