Removal of Topsail Beach Pier

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the Removal of Topsail Beach Pier solicitation (Solicitation Number: W912PM26QA023).

• Underwater Images Data: ASCII data from underwater multibeam images, as mentioned in the SOW, has been posted to SAM.gov.
• Heavy Equipment Restrictions: For restrictions regarding heavy equipment on the beach, vendors should contact Christina Prince Burke, Town Manager of Topsail Beach (Phone: 910-328-5841, www.topsailbeachnc.gov).
• Laydown Area: The same contact, Christina Prince Burke, should be reached for requests regarding laydown areas for equipment.
• Buried Pilings: If horizontal pilings are within the designated removal area (BOX) in the SOW and can be removed, the USACE requests their removal.
• Proof of Disposal: The SOW requires a post Multibeam Survey after all pilings are removed to verify removals within the designated area (Figure 1). A specific proof of disposal at a landfill is not explicitly mentioned as a separate requirement in the provided Q&A.
• NAICS Code: The NAICS Code for this project remains 238910, as stated by the government. The request to adjust it to 237990 was not approved.

This Q&A document clarifies specific aspects of the solicitation, including data availability, contact information for local regulations, requirements for buried pilings, and confirmation of the NAICS code. Bidders should review these responses to ensure their proposals accurately address the project requirements.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the Removal of Topsail Beach Pier solicitation (Solicitation Number: W912PM26QA023).

• Multibeam Image Data: ASCII data from underwater multibeam images, as mentioned in the SOW, has been posted to SAM.gov.
• Heavy Equipment Restrictions: For restrictions regarding heavy equipment on the beach, vendors should contact Christina Prince Burke, Town Manager of Topsail Beach.
• Laydown Area: To request a laydown area for equipment, vendors should contact Christina Prince Burke, Town Manager of Topsail Beach.
• Buried Pilings: If horizontal pilings are within the designated removal area (BOX) in the SOW and can be removed, the USACE requests their removal.
• Proof of Disposal: The SOW requires a post-multibeam survey to verify removals within the designated area after all pilings have been removed by the contractor. It does not explicitly state if proof of disposal at a landfill is required.

This Q&A document clarifies specific requirements and data availability related to the solicitation. Vendors should review these responses to ensure their proposals accurately address the project scope, particularly concerning data, equipment, and removal of pilings.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a sign-in sheet for a site visit related to IFB/RFP No. W912PM26QA023, "Topsail Beach Pier Removal." It records the names, phone numbers, company affiliations, and email addresses of attendees.

This document is relevant to bidders as it lists companies and individuals who attended the site visit. This information can be useful for networking, understanding the competitive landscape, and identifying potential partners or subcontractors who have expressed interest in the "Topsail Beach Pier Removal" project.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for wage rates applicable to heavy construction projects in Brunswick, New Hanover, and Pender Counties, North Carolina. It specifies prevailing wage rates and fringes for various construction crafts, including Carpenters, Electricians, Laborers, Operators (Backhoe/Excavator/Trackhoe, Bulldozer, Loader), and Truck Drivers. It also includes information on Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Establishing a Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors), outlining their applicability and requirements.

This document is crucial for bidders on federal construction projects in the specified North Carolina counties. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on such projects, as required by the Davis-Bacon Act. Understanding these rates is essential for accurate cost estimation and proposal development, ensuring compliance with federal labor laws. The document also details the process for appealing wage determinations.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To remove and dispose of the remains of the USACE Topsail Pier, including piling clusters and any associated debris, both underwater and washed ashore at Topsail Beach, NC.

• Removal and disposal of up to 36 pilings, each up to 12 inches in diameter, from the existing pier and associated clusters.

• Removal of all pier bracing, crossmembers, and debris.

• If additional pilings are discovered, a Condition Found Report (CFR) must be submitted to the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).

• Pilings are to be cut at the seabed floor (horizontal) or removed entirely (vertical).

• A post-removal multibeam survey is required to verify the removal within the designated area.

• All debris must be removed for Government property and disposed of according to state and local solid waste disposal regulations.

• Work must be in accordance with best practices for marine construction.

• Daily inspections will be conducted to ensure compliance with the scope of work and EM 385-1-1.

• A final inspection will be conducted upon completion.

• Work must be completed as specified prior to payment.

• Period of Performance (POP): 90 days after contract award.

• Work Location: 1 Shore Line Dr, Topsail Beach, NC 28445.

• Compliance with EM 385-1-1 (Safety and Occupational Health Requirements Manual), including specific chapters for Diving Operations and the USACE Dive Safety Program.

• Adherence to Federal & State Transportation Laws & Regulations.

• Travel Per Diem rates are available via GSA lookup.

• Contractor must furnish all labor, equipment, materials, and services.

• Contractor is responsible for transporting materials to the site and coordinating with Government staff regarding deliveries.

• The work area must be secured daily.

• Safety requirements include daily safety meetings, submission of an Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), and adherence to accident notification and reporting procedures.

• A Level 2 Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) is required.

• All contractual required dive operations must follow specific guidelines.

• Invoicing instructions are detailed, requiring specific information and submission to the Technical Point of Contact (TPOC).

• General security requirements and guidance, including OPSEC, physical security, and access control, apply to all contract personnel.

• Pre-screening of candidates using the E-Verify Program is required.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is a Request for Quote (RFQ) under FAR Part 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures, for the removal of the Topsail Beach Pier, including clusters and debris, with off-site disposal. The estimated magnitude of construction is between $50,000.00 and $100,000.00.

• Removal of existing pier, clusters, and pier debris.

• Disposal of all removed materials off-site.

• Compliance with Wage Rate Requirements statute.

• Submission of certified payrolls using electronic software.

• Adherence to safety and health requirements as per EM 385-1-1.

• Provision of required insurance (Comprehensive and Employer's Liability, General Liability, Automobile Liability, and Vessel Liability if applicable).

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: 90 calendar days from the date of award.

• Estimated Value: $50,000.00 - $100,000.00.

• Requests for Information/Questions Deadline: March 13, 2026, 2:00 PM ET.

• Quote Submission Deadline: March 23, 2026, 2:00 PM ET.

• Submission Method: Electronically via email to DIANA.D.CURL@USACE.ARMY.MIL and ROSALIND.M.SHOEMAKER@USACE.ARMY.MIL.

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable quote.

• Site Visit: Scheduled for Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 9:00 AM ET at Beach Access, 1 Shore Line Dr, Topsail Beach, NC 28445. RSVP required by March 9, 2026.

• This opportunity is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Offerors must demonstrate prior experience with similar projects (minimum of two contracts/projects within the last five years).

• Offerors must provide a technical proposal explaining how SOW requirements will be met.

• A valid North Carolina Marine or Building contractor's license is required.

• Annual Representations and Certifications (Provision 52.204-8) must be submitted via email with the quote.

• Offerors must show previous experience with the type of work described in the SOW.

• No collect calls will be accepted for inquiries.