Inspection, Maintenance and Repair of Hydraulic Spud System on Crane Barge
Overview
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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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is seeking a Contractor to perform a complete diagnostic inspection, maintenance, and repairs on the hydraulic spud system of the USACE Crane Barge Leonard. This opportunity is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS 811310.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will be responsible for:
- Conducting a full diagnostic inspection of all components of the hydraulic spud system.
- Performing necessary maintenance and repairs to eliminate system chattering and excessive vibration, particularly in one spud.
- Replacing both inoperable deck control stations with new, fully functional controls.
The CB Leonard, constructed in 1998, is equipped with a 75-ton crane and uses its 28,500 lbs spuds to stabilize the barge during crane operations.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Service Contract (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Ship And Marine Equipment - J020)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (NAICS 811310, $12.5M size standard)
- Work Completion: No later than June 15, 2026
- Published: April 17, 2026
Work Environment & Instructions
Work will be performed aboard the CB Leonard at the Fountain City Service Base (FCSB) or a location to be determined (TBD) along the Mississippi River within a 100-mile radius of FCSB. The work schedule is Monday through Thursday, 0700 to 1730, excluding Federal Holidays.
Offerors must be fully registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) to be eligible for contract award. Quoters are strongly encouraged to visit the barge and inspect the equipment prior to submitting a quote.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact John Riederer at John.P.Riederer@usace.army.mil or 651-290-5614.