Levee Rehab - Equipment Rental
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 (USACE) Seattle District has issued a Sources Sought Notice for Total Small Businesses to provide rental equipment with operators for levee rehabilitation across five Washington State river basins. This market research aims to determine the availability and capability of small firms for a potential requirement to maintain and repair up to 14 levees. Responses are due May 28, 2026.
Purpose
This notice is for market research purposes only to identify potential acquisition strategies, understand current market capabilities, and gain knowledge of potential sources. No solicitation is available, and no award will be made from this notice. It is for planning purposes only.
Scope of Work
The potential requirement involves maintenance and repair for as many as 14 levees across the Nooksack, Skagit, Snoqualmie, Cedar, and Green river basins in Washington State. Repairs are necessary before the next fall flood season, with a target completion date for all work set for October 1, 2026. The requirement specifically seeks the provision of rental equipment with operators. Equipment previously required for similar work includes:
- Dozers (85-165 HP, 18,000-35,000lbs)
- Dump Trucks (up to V Riprap, up to 250 HP, up to 34,000lbs)
- Hydraulic Excavators (with Hydraulic Thumb, 45-270 HP, 9,500-80,000lbs, Reach 18-34ft)
- Motor Graders (135 HP, 35,000lbs, with 12ft Blade)
- Road Sweepers (at least 150gal Water System)
- Steel Road Crossing Plates (8'x10' - 8'x20', at least 1" thick)
- Truck & Trailer (minimum 98,000lbs GVW)
- Vibratory Compactors (100 HP, 15,000lbs, Drum at least 66")
- Water Trucks (2000-2500 gal capacity)
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS: 238910, Site Preparation Contractors (Size Standard: $19,000,000)
- PSC: W038, Lease Or Rental Of Equipment: Construction, Mining, Excavating, And Highway Maintenance Equipment
- Response Due: May 28, 2026, 7:00 PM EDT
- Published: April 27, 2026
- Place of Performance: Washington State
Submission Requirements
Interested firms should include the Sources Sought Notice number in the email subject line and provide their company's UEI and CAGE code in their response. Respondents are also encouraged to add their name to the Interested Vendors List. If market conditions suggest the October 1, 2026, completion estimate is unrealistic, respondents should provide specific information (e.g., equipment lead times) for government consideration.
Contact Information
- Primary: Brantley Dowell, brantley.w.dowell@usace.army.mil, 206-764-6952
- Secondary: Scott Britt, scott.w.britt@usace.army.mil