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) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for a Mechanical Unloading Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. This opportunity, titled "Mechanical Unloading IDIQ 2026-2029," is a 100% Set-Aside for Small Business and seeks contractors for island unloading and dredging services in the Mississippi and Minnesota Rivers across Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa. The estimated magnitude of construction is between $10,000,000 and $25,000,000. Bids are due by March 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
The awarded contractor will be responsible for furnishing all plant, labor, material, and equipment necessary for mechanical unloading of islands and/or dredging operations. This includes using equipment such as backhoes, draglines, or other mechanical/marine plant, and transporting the dredged material to designated USACE placement sites within the St. Paul District's area of responsibility.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Solicitation Type: Invitation for Bids (IFB) in accordance with FAR Part 14
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside (Total Small Business)
- NAICS Code: 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction) with a $45 Million size standard
- Estimated Magnitude: $10,000,000 to $25,000,000
- Period of Performance: Base 12-month period with two (2) additional 12-month option periods
- Bid Due Date: March 11, 2026, 7:00 PM UTC
- Published Date: March 4, 2026
Additional Notes
This solicitation has been updated by Amendment 0001, which revised bid opening meeting information and fuel price, and Amendment 0002, which addressed the bidder inquiry key and further changed the bid opening details. Interested small businesses should review all amendments carefully.