Yaquina River Clamshell Dredging 2026
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), Portland District, has issued a Sources Sought Synopsis for Yaquina River Clamshell Dredging 2026. This market survey aims to identify interested and qualified firms for critical dredging work on the Yaquina River, downstream of Toledo, OR. Responses will inform future acquisition decisions for dredge maintenance requirements. Responses are due March 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
The opportunity involves clamshell dredging of approximately 850,000 cubic yards in the Yaquina River. The in-water work window is scheduled from July 1, 2026, to October 31, 2026. The purpose is to identify dredges with the capability and availability to perform this work.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Survey (W9127N26BA013)
- Set-Aside: None specified, but seeking small business socioeconomic status information.
- Response Due: March 4, 2026, by 21:00 UTC
- Published: February 19, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested vendors must submit:
- Point of Contact name, email, and phone number.
- CAGE Code and Unique Entity ID (UEI) (SAM registration required).
- Statement of small business category (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone, VOSB, WOSB, SDVOSB) if applicable under NAICS 237990 or similar.
- Statement of Capability (SOC) demonstrating skills, knowledge, experience, and technical competence in dredging, including examples of recent relevant experience.
Additional Notes
This is a market survey for planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal or a commitment to issue a solicitation or award a contract. Technical inquiries should be directed to Julia Carlton (julia.b.carlton2.civ@usace.army.mil) or Brandon Lasich (brandon.m.lasich@usace.army.mil). For small business assistance, contact Maura Timmermann (maura.j.timmermann@usace.army.mil, 402-370-0095).