Lorain Harbor West Breakwater Repair Phase II
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Buffalo District, is soliciting proposals for Phase II of the Lorain Harbor West Breakwater Repair project in Lorain, Ohio. This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside competitive procurement with an estimated magnitude of $10,000,000 to $25,000,000. Proposals are due February 12, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This project involves the repair and rehabilitation of the Lorain Harbor West Breakwater on Lake Erie, which is critical for harbor protection and safe navigation. The work aims to restore the structural integrity of the breakwater, which has deteriorated due to age and environmental conditions. The period of performance has been extended to include the 2028 construction season, with second-year construction potentially beginning on April 15, 2027, due to an in-water work waiver.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Competitive Procurement)
- NAICS: 237990 - Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside
- Magnitude: $10,000,000 - $25,000,000
- Proposal Due: February 12, 2026, 12:00 PM EST
- Virtual Pre-bid Meeting: January 20, 2026, 10:00 AM EST (link in Section L of SF30)
- Period of Performance: Extended to include the 2028 construction season.
- Published Date: February 5, 2026 (latest amendment)
Key Requirements
Offerors must have proper capabilities and bonding will be required. Clarifications have been provided regarding Professional Surveyor (PS) licensing requirements and the need for a current CMMC status at CMMC Level One (self) IAW DFARS 252.204-7021.
Submission & Questions
The official solicitation and amendments are available electronically via the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) at https://piee.eb.mil/. Offerors must register at PIEE to download documents. Technical inquiries and questions related to proposal procedures or bonds must be submitted via Bidder Inquiry in ProjNet at http://www.ProjNet.org/ProjNet using Solicitation Number W912P426BA003 and Bidder Inquiry Key F99SDW-XU5QGA.
Important Notes
Offerors must maintain an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) at http://www.sam.gov. Joint Ventures require separate SAM registration. It is the Offeror's responsibility to monitor the PIEE website for any amendments or changes. This requirement may be delayed, revised, or cancelled at any time before award.