Calcasieu River and Pass, Dredged Material Management Plan (DMMP), CDF-H Degrading and Dike Construction, Cameron Parish, LA. Specification No. ED-23-022.

The contract involves the rehabilitation and construction of earthen retention dikes at a confined disposal facility along the Calcasieu Ship Channel in Cameron Parish, Louisiana. The project aims to manage dredged materials by excavating and ditching the site, constructing the necessary disposal areas to specified grades, and building retention dikes according to the standards outlined in the Dredged Material Management Plan. The scope includes surveying and all incidental operations required for successful completion. The work is estimated to cost between $10 million and $25 million and is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 237990, emphasizing opportunities for small enterprises. The solicitation, expected to be issued around July 15, 2025, will be available exclusively through electronic means on the SAM.gov website, with no paper copies issued, and bidders must register to access the documents and any amendments. This procurement will be conducted via an Invitation for Bid (IFB) with a firm fixed-price contract structure. The deadline for responses is set for July 16, 2025. Bidders are encouraged to monitor the SAM.gov site regularly for updates and amendments, as these will be the sole method of communication regarding the solicitation. To be eligible for award, contractors must maintain active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). The project is managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New Orleans District, with key contacts including Taylor Brandon and Christopher Nuccio, who can provide further information or assistance. The overarching goal is to ensure effective dredged material management and environmental compliance through this construction effort, supporting infrastructure resilience and navigational safety in the region.