Planning and Engineering IDIQ, Los Angeles District (SPL), USACE
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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), Los Angeles District (SPL), has issued a Sources Sought Notice for a potential Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) for Planning and Engineering IDIQ services. This market research aims to identify qualified firms capable of providing a wide range of plan formation and associated engineering services primarily within SPL's civil works and military boundaries, spanning Southern California, Southern Nevada, Southwestern Utah, and Arizona. Responses will inform preliminary planning. Capability statements are due May 25, 2026.
Scope of Work
The MATOC will support diverse water resources-related infrastructure projects, including flood risk management, navigation improvements, shoreline protection, and ecosystem restoration. Services encompass:
- Plan Formulation: Following USACE processes for alternative plan development.
- Data Analysis: Input and analysis of various datasets.
- H&H Modeling: Hydraulic and hydrologic modeling, with a preference for firms familiar with arid Southwestern US conditions.
- Engineering and Design: Planning-level geotechnical, geology, GIS, structural, and civil design.
- Cost Estimation: Detailed cost estimates for project alternatives.
- Public Involvement and Facilitation: Group discussions, workshops, and public involvement. A significant percentage of task orders are expected to stem from H&H Modeling and Public Involvement disciplines.
Contract Details
- Type: Sources Sought (for a potential MATOC)
- NAICS: 541330 - Engineering Services (Small Business Size Standard: $25.5M)
- Estimated Ceiling: $5M
- Period of Performance: 5-Year Ordering Period
- Limitations on Subcontracting: Small business prime contractors must perform at least 50% of the work (excluding materials) with similarly situated entities.
Response Requirements
Interested sources must submit a capability statement (maximum four pages) demonstrating experience with similar scope, magnitude, and complexity. Submissions must include:
- Offeror's name, address, point of contact, phone, and email.
- Business size/classification (e.g., Small Business, HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, 8(a)).
- Past experience: Up to three projects (complete or 50% complete within the last six years) with a dollar value greater than $250,000, detailing project title, location, description, offeror's role (self-performed vs. subcontracted percentage), dollar value, and client references. Examples from the Los Angeles District are encouraged.
- Joint Venture (JV) information, if applicable.
Important Dates
- Response Due: May 25, 2026, 7:59 PM UTC
- Published: April 27, 2026
Additional Notes
This is a Request for Information for planning purposes only; no contract will be awarded from this notice, and no reimbursement will be made for response costs. All details are subject to change.