W. Kerr Scott Lake and Dam Bridge Repainting
Overview
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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), Wilmington District, is soliciting proposals for the W. Kerr Scott Lake and Dam Bridge Repainting project in Wilkesboro, NC. This opportunity involves the cleaning and repainting of the bridge's steel superstructure, including lead-based paint abatement. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Bids are due March 13, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The project requires the cleaning and repainting of the 254-foot, two-span outlet tower access bridge steel superstructure, encompassing girders, cross bracing, and bearings. The scope includes the removal of the existing lead-based paint coating, primarily through abrasive blasting (SSPC SP 5) or other approved methods (SSPC SP 3), followed by the application of a new moisture-cured urethane paint system (System No. 23-F-Z). Contractors must provide under-bridge work access platforms and containment systems for lead abatement. No new steel or repairs are required.
Key Requirements
- Certifications: Contractors must possess SSPC QP-1 and QP-2 certifications with demonstrated experience in lead abatement.
- Compliance: Adherence to EM 385-1-1 (March 15, 2024 edition), NCDOT "2018 Standard Specifications for Roads and Structures," and all applicable federal and state environmental laws and regulations.
- Bonds: Performance and payment bonds are required.
- Submittals: Section 00 45 00, Representations and Certifications, must be returned with the bid.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Magnitude: Estimated between $500,000 and $1,000,000.
- Performance Period: 60 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 238320 - Painting and Wall Covering Contractors, with a size standard of $19,000,000.00.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Method: Bids must be submitted electronically via PIEE (https://piee.eb.mil). Hand-carried bids, email, CD-ROMs, and facsimile transmissions are not authorized.
- Bid Due Date: March 13, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
- Offer Validity: Offers must be valid for acceptance for at least 60 calendar days after the bid due date.
- Inquiries: Technical inquiries can be submitted via ProjNet (Bidder Inquiry Key: QX7DAK-24V3TT).
- Site Visit: A site visit was held on February 24, 2026.
Contacts
- Primary: Sonny Smith (sonny.z.smith@usace.army.mil, 910-251-4493)
- Secondary: Troy D. Small (troy.d.small@usace.army.mil, 910-524-4650)