NOTICE OF INTENT- Marine Traffic Controller 2026/2027
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Vicksburg District intends to award a sole source purchase order to Christopher Hohensee for Marine Traffic Controller services aboard the Mat Sinking Unit for the 2026 and 2027 revetment seasons. The contractor will be responsible for maintaining maximum traffic flow, determining vessel priority, and coordinating with river traffic via radio to minimize navigational hazards and wave action. The position requires a current Master Pilots license with unlimited tonnage from Baton Rouge to the mouth of the Mississippi River, at least four years of verifiable experience as a qualified marine traffic controller, and comprehensive knowledge of Coast Guard rules and regulations. The base contract provides for up to 720 hours of service, consisting of 12-hour shifts seven days a week. Performance is primarily expected at Belmont, river mile 153.0, with the government providing meals and lodging aboard the unit. Services will be billed hourly and are subject to inspection by a Contracting Officer Representative. Performance is strictly monitored based on a threshold of no more than four customer complaints regarding shift attendance, traffic coordination, or scope of work compliance. Additionally, the contractor must comply with FAR 52.222-54 for employment eligibility and complete mandatory security training, including OPSEC Level I and CUI training, within 30 days of award.
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Vicksburg, MS, 39180, USASet-Aside
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers -Vicksburg District (USACE-MVK), in accordance with Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial products and Commercial Service, intends to award a sole source purchase order to Christopher Hohensee (CAGE: 208S9) procure the services of an marine traffic controller aboard The Mat Sinking Unit of the MVK Vicksburg District. Marine traffic controllers are expected to work twelve (12) hours per day seven (7) days a week. The Marine Traffic Controller must have knowledge of all applicable Coast Guard rules and regulations. The controller must apply and utilize his/her extensive river knowledge in determining vessel priority and maintaining maximum traffic flow for safe operating conditions. All work must be completed in accordance with the statement of work that was prepared for this requirement.
This is not a Request for Quote (RFQ), and no solicitation is available for this procurement. Nevertheless, any firm or individual that believes it is capable of meeting the Vicksburg District's requirements described herein may submit a capabilities statement, which, if received by 12:00 PM CST on 13 October 2026, will be considered. Responses to this posting must be submitted via e-mail, no phone calls will be accepted. A determination not to compete the described purchase order based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Federal Government. Any questions or comments should be directed to Jasmine Lewis, via email at Jasmine.Lewis@usace.army.mil, and Dustin Cannda, via email at Dustin.G.Cannada@usace.army.mil.
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