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This document provides details of a federal contract opportunity for blasting and coating services of Poe Lock Gate 1 located in Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Detroit District seeks a contractor to surface repair and coat two 63-foot by 35-foot miter gate leaves in place within an enclosed, climate-controlled environment maintained at a minimum of 45 degrees Fahrenheit. The contractor must achieve a "white metal" surface preparation standard and maintain stringent quality control during preparation and application of an exclusive marine-grade vinyl-based coating. Additional scope includes some gate component disassembly and reassembly, furnishing new gate seals, timber fenders, and diagonals designed for the project. Work must not exceed one winter closure season. The estimated cost ranges from $1 million to $5 million. The North American Industry Classification System code is 237990. The solicitation will utilize full and open competition with a 10% HUBZone pricing evaluation factor and result in a firm-fixed price contract determined by best value tradeoff. Interested contractors must register in the System for Award Management to conduct business with the Department of the Army Corps of Engineers Detroit District.