Morganza to the Gulf Hurricane and Storm Damage Reduction Project Sources Sought – Commercial Clay Borrow Source
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), New Orleans District, is conducting a Sources Sought to identify potential commercial clay borrow sources for the Mississippi River and Tributaries, Morganza to the Gulf (MTG) Project in Terrebonne and Lafourche Parishes, Louisiana. The primary goal is to establish a pre-approved list of sources that can supply approximately 54,000,000 cubic yards of clay borrow material for various construction contracts associated with the MTG Project. This is not a solicitation for construction services. Responses are due by August 20, 2026, at 11:00 AM local time.
Scope of Need
USACE seeks to identify and pre-qualify commercial borrow pits capable of providing significant quantities of clay material. The MTG Project involves ongoing construction with a goal to have all construction underway by 2035, requiring a substantial and reliable supply of clay. Inclusion on the pre-qualified list will enable sources to be considered for future solicitations, though it does not guarantee work.
Key Requirements for Sources
Interested entities must provide comprehensive information, including:
- Firm name, address, phone, and point of contact.
- A Statement of Capability detailing skills, experience, knowledge, and equipment relevant to supplying clay borrow material.
- A valid CAGE Code and DUNS number.
- All requirements listed in Appendix A, which must be current and updated within the last 12 months. Appendix A mandates detailed documentation such as:
- Certificate of Good Standing from Louisiana Secretary of State.
- Appropriate state and local permits.
- Right of Entry for Investigations document.
- Maps detailing access, topography, and excavation layout.
- Wetland Delineation Report or Jurisdictional Determination.
- Confirmation of Non-jurisdictional Wetlands.
- Coastal Zone Management (CZM) permit or letter.
- Threatened & Endangered Species (T&E) report and concurrence.
- Cultural Resource Survey Report.
- Environmental Site Assessment (ESA).
- Geotechnical Report with Soil Boring Analysis and Laboratory Tests.
- Levee District Letter of No Objection/Permit (if applicable).
- Borrow Area Management Plan.
- Avoidance, Minimization and Mitigation Requirements plan.
- Zoning Classification evidence.
- Environmental Protection Plan.
Submission Details
Responses must be received on or before August 20, 2026, at 11:00 AM local time. Submissions should be sent via email to Taylor.H.Brandon@usace.army.mil. For large files, respondents should email the same address to request access to DoD SAFE for submission. Early submissions are encouraged, as feedback may be provided, potentially requiring further actions on submitted materials.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought
- Department/Agency: Department of Defense / Department of the Army / USACE New Orleans District
- Project: Morganza to the Gulf (MTG) Hurricane and Storm Damage Reduction Project
- Estimated Material Need: Approximately 54,000,000 cubic yards of clay borrow material.
- Project Timeline: Construction is ongoing, with a goal to have all construction underway by 2035.
- Response Due: August 20, 2026, 11:00 AM local time.
- Published: April 22, 2026.
- Set-Aside: None specified.