Maintenance Dredging of New York and New Jersey Channels – Arthur Kill 35’ Reach, Federal Navigation Project
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), New York District, is soliciting bids for Maintenance Dredging of the New York and New Jersey Channels – Arthur Kill 35’ Reach, Federal Navigation Project. This unrestricted procurement seeks a contractor to remove approximately 150,000 to 155,035 cubic yards of material. The estimated project magnitude is between $10,000,000 and $25,000,000. Bids are due May 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project involves maintenance dredging of selected critical shoals from the Arthur Kill 35’ Reach to a depth of -35 feet Mean Lower Low Water (MLLW) plus 1 foot allowable overdepth. Key requirements include:
- Use of a mechanical dredge with an environmental clamshell bucket.
- Processing, transportation, dewatering, and final placement of dredged material at a contractor-furnished, state-permitted upland placement site(s).
- The contractor is responsible for obtaining all necessary permits for material handling and placement.
- Maintaining an integrated production rate of at least 2,500 cubic yards per calendar day.
- Specific dredging areas include 16R, 18R, 19B, with options for 16A, 20D, 20S, and 25S.
- Installation of a Black Box Monitoring Unit (CLIN 0005).
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Estimated Value: $10,000,000 to $25,000,000.
- Period of Performance: Basic work to be completed within 39 calendar days after notice to proceed. Anticipated work period is October to December 2026.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (Full and Open Competition).
- Plans & Specifications Available: April 2026.
- Bid Opening: May 27, 2026, 2:00 PM EST.
- Anticipated Award: June/July 2026.
- Liquidated Damages: $3,230.00 per calendar day of delay.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Submission Deadline: May 27, 2026, no later than 2:00 PM EST.
- Submission Location: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New York District, Contracting Division, 26 Federal Plaza, Room 16-300, New York, NY 10278-0090.
- Award Basis: Lowest total price for all Contract Line Items (CLINs) from a responsible and responsive bidder.
- Eligibility: Bidders must bid on all items. A HUBZone Price Evaluation Preference applies.
- Requirements: A bid guarantee of 20% of the bid price or $3 Million (whichever is less) is required. Offers must be valid for at least 120 calendar days. The apparent low bidder must provide copies of all required permits within 35 calendar days of notification.
Additional Notes
NAICS Code is 237990 (Maintenance Of Dredging Facilities) with a $37,000,000 size standard. Bidders should consult the specifications for all submittal requirements and allow ample time for security checkpoints.