In-Water Piling and Debris Removal (Marine Site Remediation)

The contract involves the extraction and disposal of burned wooden pilings and submerged debris from the Columbia River, requiring specialized marine remediation techniques including vibratory hammers for efficient removal, floating booms to contain and manage debris during operations, and GPS tracking systems to ensure thorough and documented clearance of all targeted materials. Work must be performed in accordance with environmental and safety standards to minimize impacts on aquatic ecosystems and public waterways, with precision and accountability paramount throughout the process. All activities are tied to a marine site remediation effort under the oversight of Waterways Stewardship, specifically in the Oregon region, with performance centered on Salem and the surrounding waterways. The solicitation, posted on April 28, 2026, has a response deadline of May 13, 2026, and is categorized as a subcontract under NAICS code 238990 for other specialty trade contractors. While specific financial terms and bidder qualifications are not outlined in the provided data, the nature of the work demands experienced maritime contractors capable of handling hazardous submerged materials, operating heavy marine equipment in flowing waters, and maintaining regulatory compliance. The place of performance is listed with a Salem zip code, suggesting administrative coordination may be based there, though actual field operations will occur along the Columbia River. Bidders must be prepared to deliver complete removal verification through GPS-tracked logs and environmental safeguarding protocols.