Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay Entrance Channel Maintenance Dredging, St. Marys, GA
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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) Jacksonville District has issued a Supplemental Request for Information (RFI) for Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay Entrance Channel Maintenance Dredging in St. Marys, GA. This RFI is for market research to assess the feasibility of using mechanical dredges for maintenance operations. Responses are due by April 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM EDT. This is not a solicitation for proposals, and no contract will be awarded from this RFI.
Purpose & Scope
The USACE Jacksonville District is conducting market research to gather information from the dredging industry regarding the feasibility of utilizing mechanical dredges to maintain the Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay Entrance Channel. Currently, maintenance is performed by hopper dredges with specific operational windows. The RFI specifically addresses challenges and constraints for mechanical dredges, including operational limitations (cannot safely operate beyond channel station 71+00 Cut-1N) and concerns about strong tidal currents.
Information Requested
Respondents are asked to provide insights on:
- Feasibility: Is it feasible to use a mechanical dredge for maintenance dredging inland of channel station 71+00 Cut-1N?
- Tidal Current Mitigation: Primary risks of operating mechanical dredges in strong tidal currents and recommended mitigation methods, equipment, or procedures.
- Equipment and Configuration: Best-suited mechanical dredging plant type and configuration (e.g., barge size, crane capacity, bucket type).
- Demobilization/Remobilization: Time required to demobilize and remobilize mechanical dredge plants and supporting equipment to allow naval vessel passage.
- Additional Information: Any other relevant insights or recommendations.
Key Documents
Attachment 1: Kings Bay Entrance Channel_Attachment 1_PLANS.pdf provides crucial engineering plans and estimated dredging quantities. This document details the project limits, channel segments, disposal/placement areas, required depths, allowable overdepths, and total dredge volumes. It is essential for understanding the physical scope, locations, volumes, and disposal requirements for cost estimation and logistical planning.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice / Request for Information (RFI)
- NAICS: 237990, Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (Small Business Size Standard: $45.0 million)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 13, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT
- Published: March 31, 2026
- Place of Performance: Saint Marys, GA
Submission Instructions
Responses must include the firm's name, address, point of contact, phone, website, and email. Submissions should be sent to Walter Love (walter.d.love@usace.army.mil) and Manuela Voicu (manuela.d.voicu@usace.army.mil). Do not submit proprietary or business confidential data.
Additional Notes
This RFI is for market research and planning purposes only. It does not constitute a commitment for procurement action, and no contract will be awarded. The Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by respondents.