3066 NAO Derrickboat Elizabeth Replacement
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
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 Department of the Army, Corps of Engineers, Norfolk District, is soliciting bids for the replacement of the NAO Derrickboat Elizabeth. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity is for the procurement of one new steel derrickboat. Bids are due by May 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
This Invitation for Bid (IFB) seeks a new steel derrickboat to support the Army Corps of Engineers' various missions. Key specifications for the vessel include:
- Length Overall (Molded): 105 ft
- Beam (Molded): 30 ft (30 ft 10.75 in with pipe fendering)
- Hull Depth Amidships (Molded): 8 ft
- Draft Amidship (Full Load): 5 ft (with 70,000 lb deck cargo)
- Total Propulsion Power: 1000-BHP (at continuous rating)
- Maximum Fuel Capacity: 2,878 gallons
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Invitation for Bid (IFB) / Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS: 336611 (Ship Building and Repair)
- Bid Due: May 26, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT (as extended by Amendment 0001)
- Published: March 25, 2026
- Requirements: Liquidated damages, bid guarantee, payment, and performance bonding are required.
Evaluation
Award will be made to the lowest-priced bidder who is determined to be responsive and responsible.
Additional Notes
Bids must be submitted electronically via the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation Module. No other transmission methods (email, fax, mail, hand-carried) will be accepted. Offerors are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov and PIEE for any amendments or updates.
Point of Contact: Katie Sayers, katie.l.sayers@usace.army.mil. All communications must be in writing, identify the solicitation number, company details, and point of contact.