Rock Dredging and Blasting Services

The contract involves the removal of up to 60,000 cubic yards of rock requiring blasting or mechanical pre-treatment to achieve a depth of -42 feet MLLW, targeting precise underwater excavation standards. This work is part of a larger effort to modify or deepen a waterway in New Haven, necessitating specialized equipment and techniques to safely and effectively fragment and remove hard rock formations that cannot be addressed by conventional dredging methods. The project demands compliance with environmental and safety protocols due to the use of explosives and heavy machinery in a sensitive marine environment. This subcontract, categorized under NAICS code 238910 for specialty trade contractors, is issued under the Department of Defense through the organization W2SD Endist New England. The solicitation was posted on April 30, 2026, with performance expected to occur in New Haven. There is no set-aside designation specified, and while the point of contact details are not provided, the work site location and technical scope indicate a high-complexity operation requiring experienced contractors with proven capabilities in underwater rock removal, blasting permits, and marine construction. The project’s success hinges on precise engineering, regulatory coordination, and execution within a defined depth target.