Mississippi River, Baton Rouge to Gulf, Southwest Pass Hopper Dredge Contract No. 5-2026 (OM26005)
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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.
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), New Orleans District, is soliciting bids for Mississippi River, Baton Rouge to Gulf, Southwest Pass Hopper Dredge Contract No. 5-2026 (OM26005). This project requires furnishing a fully crewed and equipped self-propelled trailing suction type hopper dredge for work in the Mississippi River and Southwest Pass. The estimated magnitude of construction is between $10,000,000.00 and $25,000,000.00. Bids are due by 10:30 AM Central Time on May 7, 2028.
Scope of Work
This contract involves providing a fully crewed and equipped self-propelled trailing suction type hopper dredge. Work will primarily be performed in the Mississippi River and Southwest Pass, with potential operations in other areas within and outside the New Orleans District. Compliance with EM 385-1-1 "Safety and Occupational Health Requirements" is mandatory.
Contract Details
- Type: Solicitation (IFB NO. W912P826BA052)
- Contract Number: 5-2026 (OM26005)
- Magnitude: $10,000,000.00 to $25,000,000.00
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted Procurement
- Contract Period: Estimated 137 calendar days after notice to proceed
- Place of Performance: Plaquemine, LA (Mississippi River and Southwest Pass)
Submission & Evaluation
- Bid Due Date: May 7, 2028, at 10:30 AM Central Time
- Bid Opening: Publicly opened at the due date and time.
- Eligibility: Bidders must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
- Requirements: A Bid Bond is required. Offers must allow for at least 60 calendar days for Government acceptance.
- Evaluation: Award will be made to the responsible Bidder presenting the lowest-priced responsive bid. A pre-award survey will be required for the apparent low bidder.
Additional Notes
All inquiries should be directed to the Contract Specialists, Cori A. Caimi or Bambi Raja. Questions and Answers will be managed through ProjNet using Bidder Inquiry Key: W8NISZ-Z9265D. Offerors are encouraged to register as an Interested Vendor on SAM.gov and post subcontracting opportunities on SBA's Subnet.