Rental of an Underbridge Inspection Vehicle and Driver, US Army Corps of Engineers, New England District, Concord, MA
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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, New England District, is soliciting quotations for the rental of an underbridge inspection vehicle and a driver. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity requires services for inspecting seven Corps-owned bridges across Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont. The contract is a Firm Fixed Price type, with a period of performance from award through September 30, 2026. Quotes are due May 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide an articulated boom type underbridge inspection vehicle equipped with a communication system, along with a driver. USACE personnel will operate the basket. The vehicle must be suitable for narrow bridge decks (max 10'-0" curb-to-curb) and small turning curves, with its weight limited by the "LIST OF BRIDGES" table.
Additionally, the contractor is required to provide appropriate traffic control items, including cones, safety flags, and signage (e.g., "Road Closed", "Lane Closed", "Men Working", "Stop/Slow" signs), as needed for various bridge sites. Mobilization, travel, per diem, and demobilization costs must be included in the lump sum price for each line item.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (Request for Quotations - RFQ)
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 532490 (Rental and Leasing of Construction Machinery and Equipment)
- Small Business Size Standard: $40 Million
- Period of Performance: From contract award to September 30, 2026
- Tentative Work Schedule: Week of August 3-7, 2026
- Place of Performance: Various sites in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quote Due Date: May 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
- Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email to Jennifer M. Samela (jennifer.m.samela@usace.army.mil).
- Mandatory Requirements:
- Vendors must have an active registration in SAM.gov at the time of submission. Non-responsive quotes will be rejected.
- Completion and return of the Solicitation Survey is mandatory.
- Evaluation Factors: Technical capability, Price, and Past Performance. Offerors must review "ADDENDUM TO 52.212-1" and "ADDENDUM TO EVALUATION" for detailed instructions and criteria.
- Contact: Jennifer Samela, jennifer.m.samela@usace.army.mil, 978-318-8324.
Additional Notes
The solicitation includes attachments such as "Attachments.pdf" which provides a location map and photographs of the specific spillway bridges to be inspected, aiding bidders in understanding site conditions and access. The "Solicitation Survey 26QA099.pdf" is a critical document for gathering vendor information, experience, personnel details, and past performance, which is essential for evaluation. Invoices are to be submitted to the Technical Point of Contact.