Sources Sought - Everett Clamshell Dredging FY26
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 (USACE), Seattle District, is conducting market research for a planned maintenance dredging project in Everett, Washington. This Sources Sought notice aims to identify interested and qualified contractors for mechanical clamshell dredging of approximately 250,000 cubic yards of sediment. Responses are due February 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
This project involves mechanical clamshell dredging within the federally authorized navigation channel of the Snohomish River (lower channel and lower settling basin). Dredged material will be transported via bottom dump barge to either the Port Gardner Site (mid-Oct to mid-Feb) or the RA5-A Site (Dec to mid-Feb). The work is scheduled to occur during the approved in-water work window from October 16, 2026, to February 14, 2027.
Environmental Requirements
Contractors will be responsible for performing turbidity monitoring during dredging and disposal operations and adhering to all in-water work timing restrictions.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS: 237990 – Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: February 13, 2026
- Published: January 21, 2026
- Anticipated Work Period: October 16, 2026 – February 14, 2027
Submission Information
Interested firms should submit a brief capability statement electronically to Brantley Dowell. The statement must include:
- Relevant past performance on similar dredging projects.
- Available dredging equipment.
- Bonding capacity.
- Business size under NAICS code 237990.
- Experience with environmental compliance, including turbidity monitoring.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or obligate the Government to issue a contract. The Government will not reimburse respondents for costs incurred. Information submitted may inform future acquisition strategy.