NASA Wallops Breakwater Project and NASA Wallops Beach Renourishment Project

Quick Summary

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Norfolk District, is hosting a virtual Industry Day on March 18, 2026, for two distinct future construction projects at NASA Wallops Flight Facility, Wallops Island, VA: the NASA Wallops Breakwater Project and the NASA Wallops Beach Renourishment Project. This event aims to gather industry input for the final design and upcoming solicitations, expected in Q4 FY26.

Project 1: NASA Wallops Breakwater Project

• Scope: Construction of two to four breakwaters approximately 200 feet offshore, using Type II rip rap and VDOT Class III core stone, placed on 12-inch marine mattresses with geotextile fabric. Each breakwater will weigh approximately 10,000 tons and be constructed to a crest height of +7 ft NAVD88.
• Contract Details: Anticipated as a stand-alone Firm Fixed-Price construction contract.
  • Estimated Value: $10,000,000 - $25,000,000
  • NAICS: 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction)
  • PSC: Y1QA (Construction of Restoration of Real Property)
  • Performance Period: Approximately 325 calendar days from Notice-to-Proceed (NTP).
• Key Considerations: Construction may occur by land or sea. Work restrictions are expected due to active rocket launches. Draft plans and specifications detail material schedules, site logistics, and geotechnical data (Appendix A). A Munitions and Explosives of Concern (MEC) assessment indicates a "Low Probability" but recommends awareness (Appendix B).

Project 2: NASA Wallops Beach Renourishment Project

• Scope: Beach nourishment at Wallops Island, VA, involving dredging 1,500,000 to 2,500,000 cubic yards of material from Unnamed Shoal "A" via hopper dredge. Material will be transported and placed along the beach, requiring hydraulic pump-off, grading, and pre/post-placement surveys.
• Contract Details: Anticipated as a stand-alone Firm Fixed-Price construction contract.
  • Estimated Value: $25,000,000 - $100,000,000
  • NAICS: 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction)
  • PSC: Y1KF (Construction of Dredging Facilities)
  • Performance Period: Approximately 325 calendar days from NTP.
• Key Considerations: Dredging operations will utilize the National Dredging Quality Management Program (DQM). Extensive environmental controls are required, including protection of marine life and endangered species. Draft plans and specifications provide cross-sections, fill volume data, geotechnical reports (Appendix A), and a "Low Probability" MEC assessment (Appendix B).

Industry Day Details

• Purpose: To seek industry input on best practices, alternative suggestions, and past successes for the technical execution of both projects. USACE-NAO will present project plans, specifications, restrictions, and limitations, followed by a Q&A session.
• Registration: Pre-registration is required by March 16, 2026. RSVP by emailing name, company, relation to industry, and email address to Caleb Bookout (brian.c.bookout@usace.army.mil) and MAJ George Jackson (george.jackson@usace.army.mil).
• Feedback: Draft Drawings and Specifications for both projects are included with the posting for industry feedback. Questions and suggestions should be submitted to the respective Contract Specialists.

Important Notes

This is a Special Notice for planning purposes only and not a solicitation. Draft documents are for information only and are subject to revision. The Government will not reimburse costs incurred for attending this event.