Soo Locks Stoplog Barges
Overview
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Set Aside
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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, Detroit District, is conducting market research via a Sources Sought notice for the fabrication and supply of up to two identical Soo Locks Stoplog Barges. This effort aims to identify interested and capable businesses, both small and large, for marine fabrication services. Responses are due by April 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project requires the fabrication and supply of up to two identical barges and their specialized appurtenances, such as stoplog guide structures and winch mounting frames, in accordance with American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) approved drawings and USACE specifications. These barges will operate on the Great Lakes, storing and transporting stop logs for the Poe and MacArthur Locks. Key specifications include:
- Dimensions: Length Overall: 150'-0", Beam: 38'-0", Depth: 10'-0".
- Classification: ABS "Maltese Cross A-1, Steel Barge, Great Lakes Service with UWILD Notation," meeting ABS Ice Class C0, specific deck loading, and stability requirements (46 CFR 170.170, 46 CFR 174.015, USACE one compartment standard).
- Responsibility: Contractor will be responsible for all materials, labor, supervision, administration, classification surveying, and testing.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (not a solicitation).
- Anticipated Period of Performance: 18 Months.
- Set-Aside: Market research will determine potential set-aside for small businesses (in full or in part) or full and open competition. NAICS Code: 336611 - Ship Building and Repairing (Small Business Size Standard: 1,300 employees). PSC: 2090 - Miscellaneous Ship And Marine Equipment.
- Response Due: April 24, 2026, 2:00 PM Eastern Time.
- Published: April 10, 2026.
Key Documents
A Sources Sought Questionnaire is provided, requesting:
- Company Information: Name, address, UEI, CAGE, POC.
- Business Size: Socio-economic status under NAICS 336611.
- Company Capability: Statement on steel cutting/welding, surface treatments, sea trials, and fabrication.
- Past Project Examples: Three projects within 10 years (prime/sub, self-performed %, value, description).
- Subcontracting: Anticipated subcontracting and potential partners.
- Proposal Intent: Whether the firm intends to submit a proposal if advertised.
Additional Notes
This is for market research only; it is not a solicitation, and no award will result. The Government will not pay for information provided, nor will it provide feedback on submissions. Respondents will not be contacted regarding their submission.