Marine Scrap Metal Removal by Hopper Barge – U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Pittsburgh District
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Pittsburgh District, is offering a one-time lump-sum sale of over 300 long tons of government-owned scrap metal located at its waterfront facility in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The scrap consists primarily of plate and structural steel, No. 1 Heavy Melting Steel, fabricated steel components, aluminum, and mixed ferrous and non-ferrous materials, some containing incidental non-metallic attachments like wood, rubber, and hardware. Removal must be conducted via hopper barge, with the Government responsible for loading the material directly onto the purchaser’s barges using its own personnel and equipment. The buyer is fully responsible for providing all barges, tug services, marine transportation, labor, equipment, and logistical support needed to complete removal. Estimated individual piece weights reach up to 35 tons and lengths up to 62 feet, though these are for planning only and not guaranteed. The condition of the property is sold as-is, with no warranties on descriptions, weights, dimensions, or representations. Mandatory site inspection is required before bidding, and failure to attend disqualifies a bidder. Inspections must be scheduled directly with Jason Shackleford during weekday business hours by confirmed appointment, excluding federal holidays. Bids must be submitted as sealed offers by August 10, 2026, at 5:00 PM Central Time, including Appendix A and Standard Form 114; Appendix B is only requested from the apparent successful bidder. The solicitation number is 2-1-QSC-S-26-002, with bids opening publicly on August 12, 2026, via Google Meet. A pre-award notice is anticipated on August 14, 2026. Prospective bidders are strongly advised to review the complete Invitation for Bids, all appendices, photographs, maps, and supporting documentation before scheduling an inspection or submitting a bid, as all information provided is for informational purposes only and carries no warranty.
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Pittsburgh, PA, 15225, USASet-Aside
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Marine Scrap Metal Removal by Hopper Barge – U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Pittsburgh District
This lot consists of an estimated 300+ Long Tons of Government-owned scrap metals located at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers waterfront facility, 3500 Grand Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15225.
The property consists primarily of:
- Plate and Structural Steel (P&S)
- No. 1 Heavy Melting Steel (HMS #1)
- Fabricated steel components and structural assemblies
- Aluminum
- Mixed ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metals
- Scrap containing incidental foreign attachments such as wood, rubber, fasteners, hardware, and other non-metallic materials
This is a one-time lump-sum sale. Removal of the property is planned to be performed by hopper barge.
The Government will load the purchased property directly onto the purchaser’s hopper barge(s) using Government personnel and Government-owned equipment. The purchaser is responsible for providing all barge(s), tug services, marine transportation, labor, equipment, and logistics necessary to complete removal.
The approximate heaviest individual piece is estimated to weigh up to 35 tons, and the approximate longest individual piece is estimated to be 62 feet. These dimensions are estimates provided for planning purposes only and are not warranted.
Important Dates
IFB Issuance: July 10, 2026
Deadline for Questions: August 7, 2026
Bid Submission Deadline: August 10, 2026, 5:00 PM Central Time
Public Bid Opening (Google Meet): August 12, 2026 (Time TBD)
Anticipated Pre-Award Notice: August 14, 2026
Mandatory Site Inspection
A mandatory site inspection is required prior to bidding. Failure to attend the mandatory site inspection will render a bidder ineligible for award.
Bidders are responsible for scheduling their inspection directly with:
Jason Shackleford
General Supply Specialist (FLO)
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Pittsburgh District
3500 Grand Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15225
Office: (412) 395-7615
Inspection and removal are available Monday through Friday by confirmed appointment only. The facility is closed on Federal holidays.
Bid Submission
This sale is conducted by sealed bid. Bidders shall submit Appendix A and Standard Form 114 by the bid deadline identified above.
Appendix B shall not be submitted with the bid and will be requested only from the apparent successful bidder, if required.
CONDITION OF THE PROPERTY IS NOT WARRANTED. PHOTOGRAPHS, ESTIMATES, DESCRIPTIONS, DIMENSIONS, WEIGHTS, AND OTHER REPRESENTATIONS ARE PROVIDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND ARE NOT WARRANTED.
Prospective bidders should review the complete Invitation for Bids, all appendices, photographs, maps, and supporting documents before scheduling a site inspection or submitting a bid.
GSA Auctions Link:
https://gsaauctions.gov/auctions/preview/369285