Y--Flood Control, Mississippi River and Tributaries, Yazoo Basin, Black Creek Watershed, Holmes County, Mississippi, Demonstration Erosion Control Project, Riser Pipe Grade Control Structures, RP-02-03

This unrestricted procurement contract, solicitation number DACW38-03-B-0031, involves the construction of nineteen riser pipe grade control structures in Holmes County, Mississippi, as part of the Yazoo Basin Black Creek Watershed Demonstration Erosion Control Project. The scope of work requires the contractor to provide all necessary plant, labor, materials, and equipment to complete tasks including clearing and grubbing, excavation, fill, concrete work, welding, and the installation of corrugated metal pipe. Additional requirements include water control, stone protection, lime treatment, reforestation, and strict adherence to storm water pollution prevention and environmental protection standards. The estimated value of the project is between 250,000 and 500,000 dollars, with all units of measure specified in metric. Managed by the Department of Defense through the Vicksburg District, the project's technical plans and specifications were made available electronically via the Vicksburg Consolidated Contracting Office. The solicitation process began in June 2003, with the bid opening scheduled for late July 2003.