GIWW Matagorda to Corpus Christi Bay Beneficial Use Site (Bus A) Improvement, in Calhoun County, Texas
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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Galveston District (W076 ENDIST GALVESTON), under the Department of Defense, is issuing a Presolicitation for the GIWW Matagorda to Corpus Christi Bay Beneficial Use Site (Bus A) Improvement project in Calhoun County, Texas. This UNRESTRICTED opportunity, with an estimated magnitude between $10,000,000.00 and $25,000,000.00, seeks a contractor for dredging facilities maintenance. The solicitation is anticipated around June 2026, with responses due on or about August 2026.
Scope of Work
The project involves several key deliverables at BUS A placement area and adjacent PA 121 A:
- Construction of approximately 1,000 ft of rip-rap breakwater.
- Clearing and grubbing of adjacent upland PA 121 A.
- Perimeter dike construction.
- Geotechnical boring investigations at approximately 17 locations within PA 121 A.
- Survey of PA 121 A. The estimated project completion time is 112 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price.
- Estimated Magnitude: $10,000,000.00 to $25,000,000.00.
- NAICS Code: 237990 (Dredging) with a Small Business Size Standard of $45,000,000.00.
- Bonding Requirements: Performance and Payment Bonds are required within 5 calendar days after award.
- Work Commencement: Within 10 calendar days after acknowledgement of the Notice to Proceed.
- Solicitation Issue: On or about June 2026.
- Response Date: On or about August 2026.
- Published Date: June 8, 2026.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This procurement is UNRESTRICTED, meaning it is open to all businesses. Subcontracting goals for the Galveston District are detailed, including targets for Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Woman-Owned Small Business, HubZone Small Business, Veteran-Owned Small Business, and Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business.
Submission & Evaluation
- Pre-award documents must be furnished within 2 working days after Bid Opening.
- Plans and specifications will be available electronically; no paper copies or compact discs will be provided.
- Offerors must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) at
https://www.sam.gov.
Additional Notes
Prior Government contract work is not a prerequisite for submission. The contract award is contingent upon the availability of funds. For inquiries, contact Danelle Tate at Danelle.M.Tate@usace.army.mil or 409-766-3116.