PLA Survey - Brandon Road Interbasin Project – Increment II – Flushing Lock and Right Descending Bank Wall
Overview
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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, Rock Island District, is conducting a Project Labor Agreement (PLA) Survey for the Brandon Road Interbasin Project – Increment II in Joliet, IL. This Sources Sought notice is for market research purposes only, seeking industry comments on the potential requirement for a PLA on this large-scale construction project, which is estimated to cost $35 million or more. Responses will inform future acquisition decisions. Responses are due by June 16, 2026.
Project Scope
The Brandon Road Interbasin Project – Increment II involves two major components:
- Flushing Lock: This system aims to reduce the risk of Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) passing northward through the Brandon Road lock and dam. It modifies the existing filling/emptying system, requiring remote operation of headgates and replacement of two headgates to ensure sufficient water for navigation while flushing.
- Right Descending Bank (RDB) Wall: Intended to serve as a guidewall for navigation traffic, this cast-in-place concrete wall will be approximately 1,600 feet long, with about 700 feet located within the Engineered Channel. Construction will occur in the wet.
Purpose of Survey
This is not a request for proposals, quotes, or bids. The survey is market research to assess the feasibility and impact of requiring a PLA, as mandated by a February 4, 2022, Executive Order for federal construction projects costing $35 million or more. The Government is evaluating PLAs in accordance with RFO 22.502-2. The acquisition strategy for the future contract is anticipated to be Unrestricted, Best Value Trade-Off under NAICS 237990 (Construction Of Dams) with a size standard of $45,000,000.00.
Key Questions for Respondents
The Government requests responses to the following:
- Knowledge of local PLA use and supporting documentation.
- Awareness of skilled labor shortages in the area.
- Time-sensitive issues or scheduling requirements affecting project completion.
- Specific reasons why a PLA would or would not advance federal interests in economy and efficiency.
- Additional information for the Government regarding PLA use.
- Intent to bid/propose on this project with or without a PLA requirement.
- Likely cost impacts (positive or negative) if a PLA requirement is included.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (PLA Survey)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 16, 2026, by 12:00 P.M. CST
- Published: June 2, 2026
Additional Notes
Responses to this survey will be used for acquisition planning only and do not constitute a commitment by the Government. Interested parties must respond to any future solicitation announcements separately.