FY26 Duluth Superior Harbor Maintenance Dredging

The FY26 Duluth-Superior Harbor Maintenance Dredging contract, solicitation number W911XK26BA018, was awarded by the US Army Corps of Engineers, Detroit District, with an award notice posted on March 25, 2026. The project involves maintenance dredging across several designated areas, including Dredge Areas 3, 6, 11, 14, and 17. The scope of work encompasses mobilization, demobilization, and the removal of material measured in cubic yards. The contract is structured with a base requirement and three additional options for expanded dredging, utilizing a tiered pricing model where unit costs decrease after specific volume thresholds are met. The estimated total contract value ranges from a base amount of 4,277,649.00 dollars to a maximum of 6,563,003.00 dollars when all options are exercised. Key financial details include a mobilization and demobilization cost of 888,338.00 dollars and various unit prices for dredging that vary by area and volume. The solicitation was issued on February 4, 2026, with bids opened on March 11, 2026, following two amendments. Administrative oversight is managed by the Department of Defense through the Detroit District office, with primary points of contact identified as Joseph Orlando and Michelle Barr.