Maintenance Dredging of NY & NJ Channels, Seguine/Ward/Outerbridge Reaches, Federal Navigation Project
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- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New York District, is soliciting bids for Maintenance Dredging of the New York & New Jersey Channels, Seguine/Ward/Outerbridge Reaches Federal Navigation Project. This unrestricted procurement involves dredging approximately 330,000 cubic yards of material to a depth of -35 feet MLLW plus 2-foot overdepth, with placement at the Historic Area Remediation Site (HARS). The estimated contract value is between $5,000,000 and $15,000,000. Bids are due May 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The project requires maintenance dredging of critical shoals within the Seguine/Ward/Outerbridge reaches. Dredged material, primarily silt and sand, will be transported and placed at the HARS. Due to anticipated State Water Quality Certificate restrictions, a mechanical dredge with an environmental clamshell bucket is likely required, along with multiple ocean-going, bottom-dumping barges, tugboats, and survey vessels. The contractor must achieve an integrated production rate of at least 8,000 cubic yards per calendar day. The work is divided into CLINs for mobilization/demobilization, dredging of three reaches, and Black Box Monitoring.
Contract Details
This is a Firm Fixed-Price contract with an estimated value between $5,000,000 and $15,000,000. The NAICS code is 237990 (Construction Of Dredging Facilities) with a size standard of $37,000,000. The contractor must commence work within five calendar days of receiving the notice to proceed and complete within 54 calendar days. The government intends to award in late June 2026, with work anticipated between September and December 2026. Liquidated damages of $2,987 per calendar day will be assessed for delays.
Submission & Evaluation
Bids are due by May 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST, and will be opened at the same time. Submissions must be made to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New York District Contracting Division, 26 Federal Plaza, Room 16-300, New York, NY 10278-0090, Attn: Matthew Lubiak. Award will be based on the lowest total price from a responsible and responsive bidder. Bidders must bid on all items and use the revised bond forms (SF24, SF25, SF25A) as failure to do so may result in bid rejection. Requests for Information (RFIs) must be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist and Contracting Officer by 11:59 AM EDT, seven calendar days prior to the closing date.
Key Documents & Notes
Bidders should review the provided survey XYZ data and compiled plans, which detail dredging areas, site plans, and technical specifications, including seasonal dredging restrictions (October 1 to November 30 for specific sheets). This is an unrestricted procurement with a HUBZone Price Evaluation Preference.