Mechanical Unloading IDIQ 2026- 2029
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, St. Paul District (USACE) is soliciting bids for an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for Mechanical Unloading and Dredging in the Mississippi and Minnesota Rivers across Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity involves island unloading and dredging using mechanical equipment. Bids are due March 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
The work includes, but is not limited to, furnishing all plant, labor, material, and equipment necessary for:
- Island unloading and/or dredging with a backhoe, dragline, or other mechanical equipment or marine plant.
- Transportation of material to designated USACE placement sites. The services will be performed within the USACE St. Paul District's Area of Responsibility.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Invitation for Bids (IFB), Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Duration: Base 12-month period with options for two (2) additional 12-month periods (total 3 years).
- Estimated Magnitude: $10,000,000 to $25,000,000
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction) with a $45 Million size standard.
- Bids Due: March 11, 2026, 7:00 PM UTC
- Published: February 24, 2026
Evaluation
This solicitation is issued as an Invitation for Bids (IFB) in accordance with FAR Part 14, indicating award will likely be made to the lowest-priced, responsible bidder.
Additional Notes
Amendments 0001 and 0002 have been issued. Amendment 0001 updated bid opening meeting information and fuel price. Amendment 0002 fixed the bidder inquiry key and changed the bid opening. Potential bidders should review all amendments for the latest information.