W912P826BA056 Solicitation.pdf

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IFB NO. W912P82

US Army Corps of Engineers New Orleans District

Mississippi River, Baton Rouge to the Gulf

Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana

Construction Solicitation

DDEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY

CORPS OF ENGINEERS, NEW ORLEANS DISTRICT

7400 LEAKE AVENUE

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 70118-3651

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REPLY TO

ATTENTION OF

SOLICITATION: W912P82 B 56

FOR:

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TO OPEN:

I. NOTE THE AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PROGRAM REQUIREMENT OF THE EQUAL

OPPORTUNITY CLAUSE WHICH MAY APPLY TO THE CONTRACT RESULTING FROM THIS

SOLICITATION.

II. NOTE THE CERTIFICATION OF NONSEGREGATED FACILITIES IN THIS SOLICITATION.

Bidders, offerors and applicants are cautioned to note the "Certification of Non-segregated Facilities" in the solicitation. Failure of a bidder or offeror to agree to the certification will render his bid or offer non-responsive to the terms of solicitations involving awards of contracts exceeding $10,000 which are not exempt from the provisions of the Equal Opportunity clause.

III. Prospective contractors must register in the System for Award Management (SAM). See FAR Clause 52.204-7 for required information. The website for SAM is https://www.sam.gov. You will be required to provide your company's Dun and Bradstreet number along with an original, signed notarized letter identifying the authorized Entity Administrator before the registration will be activated. If you do not already have a D&B number, one can be requested from Dun and Bradstreet at (800) 333-0505 or http://fedgov.dnb.com/webform. Contractors must complete, and submit with their bid, the provisions located in section 00600. A bidder may also submit, in lieu of the completed section 00600, a complete hard copy of their Online Representations and Certifications which is located within the System for Award Management (SAM). Prospective contractors with expired or inactive Representations and Certifications in SAM at time of award will be deemed unresponsive.

Bidders must provide full, accurate, and complete information as required by this solicitation and its attachments. The penalty for making false statements in bids is prescribed in 18 U.S.C. 1001. (FAR

52.214-4 APR 1984).

DESCRIPTION AND MAGNITUDE OF WORK: The work consists of furnishing one fully crewed and equipped self-propelled trailing suction type hopper dredge. Work will be performed in Mississippi River and Southwest Pass and possibly in other areas inside and outside of the New Orleans District.

NOTE: ALL WORK UNDER THIS CONTRACT SHALL BE PERFORMED IN ACCORDANCE WITH

THE PROVISIONS OF EM 385-1-1 "

ALL INQUIRIES REGARDING THIS SOLICITATION

SHOULD BE MADE TO THE FOLLOWING:

AND/OR

CONTRACT SPECIALISTS

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, NEW ORLEANS DISTRICT

E-MAILS: @USACE.ARMY.MIL

PHONE: (

AND/OR

PHONE: (504) 862-

COLLECT CALLS NOT ACCEPTED

NOTE: FOR THE MOST PROMPT REPSONSE, PLEASE SEND ALL QUESTIONS VIA

E-MAIL

(See ).

SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair) IMPORTANT - The "offer" section on the reverse must be fully completed by offeror.

9. FOR

INFORMATION CALL:

NOTE: In sealed bid solicitations "offer" and "offeror" mean "bid and "bidder".

SOLICITATION

1. SOLICITATION NUMBER

5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NUMBER

CODE

6. PROJECT NUMBER

8. ADDRESS OFFER TO

4. CONTRACT NUMBER

7. ISSUED BY

10. THE GOVERNMENT REQUIRES PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK DESCRIBED IN THESE DOCUMENTS (Title, identifying number, date)

11. The contractor shall begin performance within

12a. THE CONTRACTOR MUST FURNISH ANY REQUIRED PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS?

(If "YES", indicate within how many calendar days after award in Item 12b.)

13. ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION REQUIREMENTS:

a. Sealed offers in original and

b. An offer guarantee

c. All offers are subject to the (1) work requirements, and (2) other provisions and clauses incorporated in the solicitation in full text or by reference.

d. Offers providing less than

STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 12/2022)

Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.236-1(d) calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due will not be considered and will be rejected.

is, is not required.

local time containing offers shall be marked to show the offeror's name and address, the solicitation number, and the date and time offers are due.

(date). If this is a sealed bid solicitation, offers will be publicly opened at that time. Sealed envelopes copies to perform the work required are due at the place specified in Item 8 by (hour) award, YES NO notice to proceed. This performance period is mandatory negotiable.

calendar days and complete it within calendar days after receiving

a. NAME b. TELEPHONE NUMBER (Include area code) (NO COLLECT CALLS)

12b. CALENDAR DAYS

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

SEALED BID (IFB)

INVITATION FOR BID

NEGOTIATED (RFP)

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

3. DATE ISSUED PAGE OF PAGES

AWARD (To be completed by Government)

17. The offeror agrees to perform the work required at the prices specified below in strict accordance with the terms of this solicitation, if this offer is accepted calendar days after the date offers are due. (Insert any number equal to or greater than the minimum requirement by the Government in writing within stated in Item 13d. Failure to insert any number means the offeror accepts the minimum in Item 13d.)

OFFER (Must be fully completed by offeror)

AMOUNTS

18. The offeror agrees to furnish any required performance and payment bonds.

19. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTS

(The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the solicitation -- give number and date of each)

AMENDMENT

NUMBER

DATE

CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

14. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OFFEROR (Include ZIP Code)

CODE FACILITY CODE

15. TELEPHONE NUMBER (Include area code)

16. REMITTANCE ADDRESS (Include only if different than Item 14.)

20a. NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN OFFER (Type or print)

21. ITEMS ACCEPTED:

22. AMOUNT

26. ADMINISTERED BY

30a. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTOR OR PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN (Type or print)

31c. DATE

STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 12/2022) BACK

31b. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

BY

31a. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

29. AWARD (Contractor is not required to sign this document.) Your offer on this solicitation is hereby accepted as to the items listed. This award consummates the contract, which consists of (a) the Government solicitation and your offer, and (b) this contract award. No further contractual document is necessary.

30b. SIGNATURE 30c. DATE

28. NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT (Contractor is required to sign this document and return and deliver all items or perform all work requirements identified on this form and any continuation sheets for the consideration stated in this contract. The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract shall be governed by (a) this contract award, (b) the solicitation, and (c) the clauses, representations, certifications, and specifications incorporated by reference in or attached to this contract.

copies to issuing office.) Contractor agrees to furnish

24. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN

(4 copies unless otherwise specified)

23. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

ITEM

25. OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION PURSUANT TO THE UNITED STATES

CODE AT

27. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY

10 U.S.C. 3204(a) ( ) 41 U.S.C. 3304(a) ( )

20b. SIGNATURE 20c. OFFER DATE

W912P826BA056

Appendix A: Example Instructions to Bidders

QUESTION AND ANSWER VIA PROJNET

ALL SUBMITTED QUESTIONS FOR THIS PROJECT AND THE ANSWERS

PROVIDED SHALL BE VIEWED IN BIDDER INQUIRY IN PROJNET AT

(https://www.projnet.org)

Technical inquiries and/or questions relating to this solicitation shall be submitted via Bidder Inquiry in ProjNet at (https://www.projnet.org) No Later Than (NLT) . To submit or review inquiry items, prospective vendors will need to use the Bidder Inquiry Key presented below and follow the instructions listed below the key for access. Emailed inquiries and/or questions will not be accepted. A prospective vendor who submits a comment /question will receive an acknowledgement of their comment/question via email. Another email to the same address will notify the prospective vendor once the reply is available for viewing.

The Bidder Inquiry Key is: MMAH3I-3G5GFK

Specific Instructions for First Time ProjNet Bid Inquiry Access:

1. From the ProjNet home page linked above, click on Quick Add on the upper right side of the screen.

2. Identify the Agency. This should be marked as USACE.

3. Key. Enter the Bidder Inquiry Key listed above.

4. Email. Enter the email address you would like to use for communication.

5. Click Continue. A page will then open saying that a user account was not found and will ask you to create one using the provided form.

6. Enter your First Name, Last Name, Company, City, State, Phone, Email, Secret Question, Secret Answer, and Time Zone. Make sure to remember your Secret Question and Answer as they will be used from this point on to access the ProjNet system.

7. Click Add User. Once this is completed you are now registered within ProjNet and are currently logged into the system.

Specific Instructions for Future ProjNet Bid Inquiry Access:

1. For future access to ProjNet, you will not be provided any type of password.

You will utilize your Secret Question and Secret Answer to log in.

2. From the ProjNet home page linked above, click on Quick Add on the upper right side of the screen.

3. Identify the Agency. This should be marked as USACE.

4. Key. Enter the Bidder Inquiry Key listed above.

5. Email. Enter the email address you used to register previously in ProjNet.

6. Click Continue. A page will then open asking you to enter the answer to your

Secret Question.

7. Enter your Secret Answer and click Login. Once this is completed you are now logged into the system.

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Bid Bond (See Instructions on Page 3)

Date Bond Executed (Must Not Be Later Than Bid Opening Date)

OMB Control Number: 9000-0001 Expiration Date: 1/31/2027

Principal (Legal Name And Business Address) Type Of Organization ("X" One)

State Of Incorporation

Surety(ies) (Name And Business Address)

Percent Of Bid Price

Penal Sum Of Bond Amount Not To Exceed Million(s) Thousand(s) Hundred(s) Cents

Bid Identification Bid Date Invitation Number

Authorized For Local Reproduction Previous Edition Is Not Usable

STANDARD FORM 24 (REV. 10/2023)

Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.228(a)

For (Construction, Supplies Or Services)

Obligation:

We, the Principal and Surety(ies) are firmly bound to the United States of America (hereinafter called the Government) in the above penal sum. For payment of the penal sum, we bind ourselves, our heirs, executors, administrators, and successors, jointly and severally. However, where the Sureties are corporations acting as co-sureties, we, the Sureties, bind ourselves in such sum "jointly and severally" as well as "severally" only for the purpose of allowing a joint action or actions against any or all of us. For all other purposes, each Surety binds itself, jointly and severally with the Principal, for the payment of the sum shown opposite the name of the Surety. If no limit of liability is indicated, the limit of liability is the full amount of the penal sum.

Conditions:

The Principal has submitted the bid identified above.

Therefore:

The above obligation is void if the Principal - (a) upon acceptance by the Government of the bid identified above, within the period specified therein for acceptance (sixty (60) days if no period is specified), executes the further contractual documents and gives the bond(s) required by the terms of the bid as accepted within the time specified (ten (10) days if no period is specified) after receipt of the forms by the Principal; or (b) in the event of failure to execute such further contractual documents and give such bonds, pays the Government for any cost of procuring the work which exceeds the amount of the bid.

Each Surety executing this instrument agrees that its obligation is not impaired by any extension(s) of the time for acceptance of the bid that the Principal may grant to the Government. Notice to the Surety(ies) of extension(s) is waived. However, waiver of the notice applies only to extensions aggregating not more than sixty (60) calendar days in addition to the period originally allowed for acceptance of the bid.

Other (Specify)

Individual Partnership Joint Venture

Corporation

2.

(Seal)2.(Seal) 1.

1.

1.

1. 3.2.

Name(s) (Typed)

Signature(s)

Individual Surety(ies)

Name(s) And Title(s) (Typed)

Corporate Seal

(Seal)

3.

(Seal)

2.

(Seal) Signature(s)

Principal

2.

State Of Incorporation Liability Limit ($)

2.

2.

1.Name(s) And Title(s) (Typed)

Signature(s)1. 2. Corporate Seal

Corporate Seal

Name And Address

Signature(s)

Name(s) And Title(s) (Typed)

1.

1.

2.

2.

State Of Incorporation Liability Limit ($)

Corporate Seal

Name(s) And Title(s) (Typed)

Signature(s)

Name And Address

1.

1.

2.

2.

State Of Incorporation Liability Limit ($)

Corporate Seal

Liability Limit ($)State Of Incorporation

1.

1.

Name And Address

Name(s) And Title(s) (Typed)

Signature(s)

Name And Address

Corporate Surety(ies)

Witness:

The Principal and Surety(ies) executed this bid bond and affixed their seals on the above date.

STANDARD FORM 24 (REV. 10/2023) PAGE 2

STANDARD FORM 24 (REV. 10/2023) PAGE 3

Corporate Seal

Name And Address

Signature(s)

Name(s) And Title(s) (Typed)

1.

1.

State Of Incorporation

2.

2.

Liability Limit ($)

Corporate Seal

Name(s) And Title(s) (Typed)

Signature(s)

Name And Address

1.

1.

2.

2.

State Of Incorporation Liability Limit ($)

Corporate Seal

State Of Incorporation Liability Limit ($)

2.

2.

1.

1.

Name And Address

Signature(s)

Name(s) And Title(s) (Typed)

Instructions

1. This form is authorized for use when a bid guaranty is required. Any deviation from this form will require the written approval of the Administrator of General Services.

2. Insert the full legal name and business address of the Principal in the space designated "Principal" on the face of the form. An authorized person shall sign the bond. Any person signing in a representative capacity (e.g., an attorney-in-fact) must furnish evidence of authority if that representative is not a member of the firm, partnership, or joint venture, or an officer of the corporation involved.

3. The bond may express penal sum as a percentage of the bid price. In these cases, the bond may state a maximum dollar limitation (e.g., 20% of the bid price but the amount not to exceed dollars).

4. (a) Corporations executing the bond as sureties must appear on the Department of the Treasury's list of approved sureties and must act within the limitations listed therein. The value put into the Liability

Limit block is the penal sum (i.e., the face value) of the bond, unless a co-surety arrangement is proposed.

(b) When multiple corporate sureties are involved, their names and addresses shall appear in the spaces (Surety A, Surety B, etc.) headed "Corporate Surety(ies)." In the space designated

"Surety(ies)" on the face of the form, insert only the letter identifier corresponding to each of the sureties. Moreover, when co-surety arrangements exist, the parties may allocate their respective limitations of liability under the bond, provided that the sum total of their liability equals 100% of the bond penal sum.

(c) When individual sureties are involved, a completed Affidavit of Individual Surety (Standard Form 28) for each individual surety, shall accompany the bond. The Government may require the surety to furnish additional substantiating information concerning its financial capability.

5. Corporations executing the bond shall affix their corporate seals. Individuals shall execute the bond opposite the word "Corporate Seal"; and shall affix an adhesive seal if executed in Maine, New

Hampshire, or any other jurisdiction requiring adhesive seals.

6. Type the name and title of each person signing this bond in the space provided.

7. In its application to negotiated contracts, the terms "bid" and "bidder" shall include "proposal" and

"offeror."

STANDARD FORM 24 (REV. 10/2023) PAGE 4

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Mississippi River Southwest Pass Hopper Contract 9-2026 OM26009

PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 00 - PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

00 21 00 22 00

BID SCHEDULE

INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS

REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

CONDITIONS OF THE CONTRACT

GENERAL CONDITIONS

SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 30 00 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

01 35 26 GOVERNMENTAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

01 45 00.15 10 RESIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM CONTRACTOR MODE (RMS CM)

01 57 20.00 10 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

DIVISION 35 - WATERWAY AND MARINE CONSTRUCTION

35 20 23.23 35 20 23.

HYDRAULIC DREDGING

NATIONAL DREDGING QUALITY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM DREDGE

-- End of Project Table of Contents --

PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 00 - PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 00 10 00

BID SCHEDULE

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 BIDDING SCHEDULES

1.2 BID FORM NOTES

1.3 BIDDING

1.4 EVALUATION OF BIDS

1.5 BIDDER QUALIFICATIONS

1.6 CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT AWARD

1.7 OTHER BIDDER REQUIREMENTS

1.8 PRE-AWARD INSPECTION OF PLANT

1.9 OPTION ITEMS

PART 2 PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 EXECUTION (Not Used)

-- End of Section Table of Contents --

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SECTION 00 10 00

BID SCHEDULE

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 BIDDING SCHEDULES

SECTION 00 10 00 - BIDDING SCHEDULE

MISSISSIPPI RIVER, BATON ROUGE TO GULF, SOUTHWEST PASS

HOPPER DREDGE CONTRACT NO. 9-2026

PLAQUEMINES PARISH, LOUISIANA

SOLICITATION NO. W912P826BA056

LOT ONE, 34 inch Inside Diameter (ID) Pump Suction, 14,788 cubic yard Nominal Hopper Capacity, Two Dragarms and all attendant plant

Bid Item

Description Estimated Quantity

Unit Unit Price

Total Price

0001 Mobilization and Demobilization

1 Job

0002 Dredging 991 Hour

Option

Option Dredging 991 Hour XXXXXXXX

Option

NMFS-Approved Protected Species Observers

30 Day

Option

Sea Turtle and Sturgeon Trawling and Relocation

30 Day

Option

Mobilization and Demobilization of Sea Turtle and Sturgeon Trawling and Relocation

1 Job

Total: LOT ONE BID

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SECTION 00 10 00 - BIDDING SCHEDULE

MISSISSIPPI RIVER, BATON ROUGE TO GULF, SOUTHWEST PASS

HOPPER DREDGE CONTRACT NO. 9-2026

PLAQUEMINES PARISH, LOUISIANA

SOLICITATION NO. W912P826BA056

LOT TWO, 38 inch Inside Diameter (ID) Pump Suction, 12,430 cubic yard Nominal Hopper Capacity, Two Dragarms and all attendant plant

Bid Item

Description Estimated Quantity

Unit Unit Price

Total Price

0001 Mobilization and Demobilization

1 Job

0002 Dredging 1035 Hour

Option

Option Dredging 1035 Hour XXXXXXXX

Option

NMFS-Approved Protected Species Observers

30 Day

Option

Sea Turtle and Sturgeon Trawling and Relocation

30 Day

Option

Mobilization and Demobilization of Sea Turtle and Sturgeon Trawling and Relocation

1 Job

Total: LOT TWO BID

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MISSISSIPPI RIVER, BATON ROUGE TO GULF, SOUTHWEST PASS

HOPPER DREDGE CONTRACT NO. 9-2026

PLAQUEMINES PARISH, LOUISIANA

SOLICITATION NO. W912P826BA056

LOT THREE, 33.5 inch Inside Diameter (ID) Pump Suction, 9,400 cubic yard Nominal Hopper Capacity, Two Dragarms and all attendant plant

Bid Item

Description Estimated Quantity

Unit Unit Price

Total Price

0001 Mobilization and Demobilization

1 Job

0002 Dredging 1364 Hour

Option

Option Dredging 1364 Hour XXXXXXXX

Option

NMFS-Approved Protected Species Observers

30 Day

Option

Sea Turtle and Sturgeon Trawling and Relocation

30 Day

Option

Mobilization and Demobilization of Sea Turtle and Sturgeon Trawling and Relocation

1 Job

Total: LOT THREE BID

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MISSISSIPPI RIVER, BATON ROUGE TO GULF, SOUTHWEST PASS

HOPPER DREDGE CONTRACT NO. 9-2026

PLAQUEMINES PARISH, LOUISIANA

SOLICITATION NO. W912P826BA056

LOT FOUR, 39.37 inch Inside Diameter (ID) Pump Suction, 8,300 cubic yard Nominal Hopper Capacity, One Dragarm and all attendant plant

Bid Item

Description Estimated Quantity

Unit Unit Price

Total Price

0001 Mobilization and Demobilization

1 Job

0002 Dredging 1790 Hour

Option

Option Dredging 1790 Hour XXXXXXXX

Option

NMFS-Approved Protected Species Observers

30 Day

Option

Sea Turtle and Sturgeon Trawling and Relocation

30 Day

Option

Mobilization and Demobilization of Sea Turtle and Sturgeon Trawling and Relocation

1 Job

Total: LOT FOUR BID

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MISSISSIPPI RIVER, BATON ROUGE TO GULF, SOUTHWEST PASS

HOPPER DREDGE CONTRACT NO. 9-2026

PLAQUEMINES PARISH, LOUISIANA

SOLICITATION NO. W912P826BA056

LOT FIVE, 31.5 inch Inside Diameter (ID) Pump Suction, 6,540 cubic yard Nominal Hopper Capacity, Two Dragarms and all attendant plant

Bid Item

Description Estimated Quantity

Unit Unit Price

Total Price

0001 Mobilization and Demobilization

1 Job

0002 Dredging 1868 Hour

Option

Option Dredging 1868 Hour XXXXXXXX

Option

NMFS-Approved Protected Species Observers

30 Day

Option

Sea Turtle and Sturgeon Trawling and Relocation

30 Day

Option

Mobilization and Demobilization of Sea Turtle and Sturgeon Trawling and Relocation

1 Job

Total: LOT FIVE BID

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MISSISSIPPI RIVER, BATON ROUGE TO GULF, SOUTHWEST PASS

HOPPER DREDGE CONTRACT NO. 9-2026

PLAQUEMINES PARISH, LOUISIANA

SOLICITATION NO. W912P826BA056

LOT SIX, 30 inch Inside Diameter (ID) Pump Suction, 4,815 cubic yard Nominal Hopper Capacity, Two Dragarms and all attendant plant

Bid Item

Description Estimated Quantity

Unit Unit Price

Total Price

0001 Mobilization and Demobilization

1 Job

0002 Dredging 1918 Hour

Option

Option Dredging 1918 Hour XXXXXXXX

Option

NMFS-Approved Protected Species Observers

30 Day

Option

Sea Turtle and Sturgeon Trawling and Relocation

30 Day

Option

Mobilization and Demobilization of Sea Turtle and Sturgeon Trawling and Relocation

1 Job

Total: LOT SIX BID

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MISSISSIPPI RIVER, BATON ROUGE TO GULF, SOUTHWEST PASS

HOPPER DREDGE CONTRACT NO. 9-2026

PLAQUEMINES PARISH, LOUISIANA

SOLICITATION NO. W912P826BA056

LOT SEVEN, 27 inch Inside Diameter (ID) Pump Suction, 3,600 cubic yard Nominal Hopper Capacity, Two Dragarms and all attendant plant

Bid Item

Description Estimated Quantity

Unit Unit Price

Total Price

0001 Mobilization and Demobilization

1 Job

0002 Dredging 2324 Hour

Option

Option Dredging 2324 Hour XXXXXXXX

Option

NMFS-Approved Protected Species Observers

30 Day

Option

Sea Turtle and Sturgeon Trawling and Relocation

30 Day

Option

Mobilization and Demobilization of Sea Turtle and Sturgeon Trawling and Relocation

1 Job

Total: LOT SEVEN BID

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MISSISSIPPI RIVER, BATON ROUGE TO GULF, SOUTHWEST PASS

HOPPER DREDGE CONTRACT NO. 9-2026

PLAQUEMINES PARISH, LOUISIANA

SOLICITATION NO. W912P826BA056

LOT EIGHT, 26 inch Inside Diameter (ID) Pump Suction, 4,000 cubic yard Nominal Hopper Capacity, Two Dragarms and all attendant plant

Bid Item

Description Estimated Quantity

Unit Unit Price

Total Price

0001 Mobilization and Demobilization

1 Job

0002 Dredging 2558 Hour

Option

Option Dredging 2558 Hour XXXXXXXX

Option

NMFS-Approved Protected Species Observers

30 Day

Option

Sea Turtle and Sturgeon Trawling and Relocation

30 Day

Option

Mobilization and Demobilization of Sea Turtle and Sturgeon Trawling and Relocation

1 Job

Total: LOT EIGHT BID

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1.2 BID FORM NOTES

a. Bidders shall bid on all items including optional items. Failure to bid on all items will result in a non-responsive bid.

b. Bidders shall use the Item Number 0002 unit price to compute Option Item Number 0003 total price.

c. Any bid may be rejected if the Contracting Officer or his/her authorized representative determines in writing that it is unreasonable as to price. Unreasonableness of price includes not only the total price of the bid, but the prices for individual line items as well.

Any bid may be rejected if the prices for any line items or subline items are materially unbalanced (see "Rejection of Individual Bids" FAR 14.306-3).

d. The Notice to Proceed (NTP): The successful bidder is advised that performance and payment bonds shall be submitted in accordance with the time frame in block 12B of SF 1442 after Notice of Award. The NTP will be issued after verification of acceptable performance and payment bonds. Within 48 hours after issuance of NTP, the Contractor shall initiate a meeting to discuss the submittal process with the Administrative Contracting Officer or his authorized representative.

Physical work cannot start until the Resident Management System is set-up, the Accident Prevention Program and other required submittals have been submitted and approved, and all preliminary meetings called for under the contract have been conducted.

e. A bidder may be rejected as non-responsible if it cannot show the necessary capital, experience, or equipment needed to perform the work described under this solicitation (see "Responsible Prospective Contractors" FAR Subpart 9.1). Before the Government will award a contract based on this solicitation, the apparent low bidder shall establish that it is responsible and entitled to award of the contract.

f. The unit "Job" is synonymous with the previously used term "lump sum".

1.3 BIDDING

a. The bidder must select only one bid lot, determined by the class of dredge intended to be used. Bids which are submitted on an inappropriate bid lot will be declared non-responsive.

b. Bidders shall furnish unit prices for all items listed on the schedule of bid items that require unit prices. If the bidder fails to insert a unit price in the appropriate blank for required items but does furnish an extended total or an estimated amount for such items, the Government will deem the unit price to be the quotient obtained by dividing the extended estimated amount for that line item by the quantity. IF THE BIDDER OMITS BOTH THE UNIT PRICE AND THE EXTENDED

ESTIMATED AMOUNT FOR ANY REQUIRED ITEM, THE BID WILL BE DECLARED

NON-RESPONSIVE.

1.4 EVALUATION OF BIDS

a. To provide fair competition between dredges of different production rate and capacity, the required dredging quantities and any optional

00 10 00 Page 10 dredging quantities are based on an estimated quantity of shoal material and on the tested production rate of each dredge class.

b. Award will be made to that responsible Bidder presenting the lowest-priced responsive bid in response to this solicitation, regardless of the bid lot used.

c. The hourly quantity shown on the bid lots for Bid Items designated as "Dredging" are 100% pay time hours. The actual calendar duration of the contract may vary as a result of fractional pay time. Refer to Section 35 20 23.23, paragraph entitled "Dredging and Option Dredging Items" for additional information.

1.5 BIDDER QUALIFICATIONS

A pre-award survey will be required. Before award, the apparent low bidder shall provide documentation to satisfy the following definitive responsibility criteria. The bidder must establish responsibility by providing sufficient documentation for review and approval for the following criteria: the dredge must meet the equipment requirements, and the dredge must be available to commence dredging within the time required in the specifications as stated in the paragraph entitled "Conditions of Contract Award". An apparent low bidder who is not able to meet the definitive responsibility criteria will be deemed non-responsible and will be ineligible for award:

Bidders shall furnish in their bid package the following:

(a) A completed "Hopper Dredge and Attendant Plant Data Sheet" (see Section 35 20 23.23) for the dredge the Contractor will use under this solicitation; and

(b) Documentation to prove that the dredge and attendant plant are available and not already obligated for the performance of other work which would delay commencement of dredging. If the proposed dredge and attendant plant are not currently performing work or obligated under a contract, the bidder must submit a statement that the dredge and attendant plant can commence dredging within the time required in the specifications. If the proposed dredge and attendant plant are currently performing work or obligated under a contract, the bidder must submit approved release documentation along with a statement that the dredge and attendant plant can commence dredging within the time required in the specifications. The approved release documentation must be issued by the entity currently utilizing the dredge and attendant plant, and the documentation must clearly indicate the approved release date of the dredge and attendant plant from its current work commitment.

(i) The following timeframes for contract award and Notice to Proceed are the Government's best estimate and will be used during evaluation of the bidder's submitted availability documentation.

The Government does not warrant the accuracy of the below estimated dates, and the Government will not be liable for any delay in award or issuance of Notice to Proceed, regardless of cause. These dates are for informational purposes only and do not create any legal obligation on the part of the Government.

(ii) It is anticipated that contract award will be made within 5 to 7 calendar days after the bid opening date.

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(iii) It is anticipated that Notice to Proceed will be issued within 1 to 3 calendar days after receipt of performance and payment bonds from the successful bidder. Note: In the event this solicitation is used to award a contract months in advance of the required date to commence dredging, the Notice to Proceed may be held and issued months after receipt of performance and payment bonds.

If the apparent low bidder fails to furnish the "Hopper Dredge and Attendant Plant Data Sheet" or the availability documentation within his/her bid package, the apparent low bidder will have 24 hours after the time of the bid opening to provide the Contracting Officer the documents.

If the apparent low bidder fails to furnish the proper documentation within 24 hours after the time of the bid opening, the respective bidder will be declared non-responsible and the next apparent low bidder will be evaluated as stated in the paragraphs below.

Upon receipt of the apparent low bidder's completed "Hopper Dredge and Attendant Plant Data Sheet" for the dredge that will be used to perform work under this solicitation, the "Hopper Dredge and Attendant Plant Data Sheet" will be evaluated to ensure that the dredge meets the equipment requirements. Upon receipt of the apparent low bidder's availability documentation, the availability documentation will be evaluated to ensure that the dredge can commence dredging within the time required in the specifications.

If, after review, the Government determines that the submitted documents satisfy the equipment requirements and the availability requirement, the Government will proceed with award of the contract to the apparent low bidder provided all other requirements for award have been satisfied.

If, after review, the Government determines that the submitted documents do not satisfy the equipment requirements or the availability requirement, the Government will give the apparent low bidder 24 hours to resubmit the documents.

If, after a second review, the Government determines that the submitted documents do not satisfy the equipment requirements or the availability requirement, the Government will declare the apparent low bidder to be non-responsible. The Government will thereafter perform the described pre-award survey on the next apparent low bidder and will do so with each successive apparent low bidder until it is determined that an apparent low bidder has submitted documents that satisfy the equipment requirements and the availability requirement. The apparent low bidder that does satisfy the equipment requirements and the availability requirement will be deemed responsible and eligible for award provided all other requirements for award have been satisfied.

1.6 CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT AWARD

a. Award will be made as a whole to one bidder. The dredge and attendant plant offered in the bidding schedule shall be complete with full operating personnel and in operating status for the contract period. EM 385-1-1, Chapter 19, "Floating Plant and Marine Activities" shall be complied with at all times. NOTE: All work under these specifications shall be performed in accordance with the provisions of EM 385-1-1 "Safety and Occupational Health Requirements", latest edition.

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b. The Government may award the contract at the total bid price, comprised of the base items and option item(s); however, the Government will not be obligated to exercise any option item(s).

c. The number of hours on each bid lot is an estimated quantity. The dredge and attendant plant will be retained for an approximate number of days according to the table below starting no later than 120 hours after issuance of the Notice to Proceed.

APPROXIMATE HOPPER DREDGE

CONTRACT DURATION

Bid Lot Pump Inside Diameter (inches)

Hopper Size (cubic yards)

Number of Dragarms

Approximate Number of Contract Days for Item 0002

Approximate Number of Contract Days for

Option Item

1 34 14788 2 66 66

2 38 12430 2 68 68

3 33.5 9400 2 83 83

4 39.37 8300 1 102 102

5 31.5 6540 2 106 106

6 30 4815 2 108 108

7 27 3600 2 127 127

8 26 4000 2 137 137

The time required for completion of the contract shall be established as the number of calendar days listed in column "Approximate Number of Contract Days for Item 0002" for the applicable bid lot. In the event Option Item 0003 is fully exercised under the terms of the contract, the time required for completion of the contract shall be extended by the number of calendar days listed in column "Approximate Number of Contract Days for Option Item 0003" for the applicable bid lot. In the event Option Item 0003 is partially exercised, the contract completion date shall be extended using the following formula:

[(partial option hours exercised)/(option hours listed in bid schedule for applicable bid lot)] x (calendar days listed in column "Approximate Number of Contract Days for Option Item 0003" for the applicable bid lot).

d. The bidder must be capable of providing for assignment of the dredge and all attendant plant, complete and in full operating condition in all respects, and to commence dredging within 120 hours after issuance of the Notice to Proceed.

1.7 OTHER BIDDER REQUIREMENTS

a. Bidders shall register in the System for Award Management (SAM)

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b. Bidders shall use Rapid Vendor Payment. See the following web based instructions for the submission of invoices:

https://www.mvn.usace.army.mil/Business-With-Us/Contracting/ Rapid-Vendor-Payment/.

1.8 PRE-AWARD INSPECTION OF PLANT

a. The apparent low bidder shall make the dredge and attendant plant available for inspection, to determine compliance with these specifications, as soon as practicable after bids are opened and prior to contract award. If deficiencies are found during the inspection, the bidder will be notified in writing, which may be transmitted by email or facsimile. Upon receipt of such notice, the bidder shall correct all deficiencies at least two calendar days in advance of the projected contract award date.

b. Two calendar days before the projected award date or upon notification by the bidder that the deficiencies have been corrected, a Government representative will re-inspect the dredge and attendant plant. If at that time the dredge and attendant plant do not meet the requirements of these specifications, the bidder will be rejected as non-responsible.

c. The Government may choose to waive the pre-award inspection. Waiver of the pre-award inspection does not relieve the bidder from the requirement to provide a dredge and attendant plant in full compliance with the specifications. By bidding on this solicitation, the bidder is stating that the provided dredge and attendant plant is in full compliance with the specifications and can perform all requirements as stated in the specifications.

1.9 OPTION ITEMS

a. The Government may require the delivery of, in whole or part, any Option Items. The Government may exercise an Option Item by written notice to the Contractor at any time after Notice to Proceed and up to 3 calendar days prior to the estimated completion date of the base line item or any previously exercised option.

b. No additional mobilization/demobilization will be paid to the Contractor for Option Item work performed within the work region, except for Option Item "Mobilization and Demobilization of Sea Turtle and Sturgeon Trawling and Relocation" if Option Item "Sea Turtle and Sturgeon Trawling and Relocation" is exercised. The Contractor shall commence performance of optional work no more than 3 calendar days after the time the Contractor receives the Government's Notice to Proceed with the optional work.

PART 2 PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 EXECUTION (Not Used)

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Section 00 21 00 - Instructions

FAR Provisions Incorporated by Reference

Number Title Effective Date

Alternate Deviation

Variation Effective Date

52.204-7 2026-02

52.214-3 2026-02

52.214-4 1984-04

52.214-5 2026-02

52.214-6 1984-04

52.214-7 2026-02

52.214-12 1984-04

52.214-34 1991-04

52.214-35 1991-04

52.225-10

System for Award Management- Registration. (Deviation)

Amendments to Invitations for Bids.

(Deviation)

False Statements in Bids.

Submission of Bids. (Deviation)

Explanation to Prospective Bidders.

Late Submissions, Modifications, and Withdrawals of Bids.

(Deviation)

Preparation of Bids.

Submission of Offers in the English Language.

Submission of Offers in U.S.

Currency.

Notice of Buy American Requirement-Construction Materials.

Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors. (Deviation 2026-O0038)

2014-05

DFARS Provisions Incorporated by Reference

52.222-90 2026-04

W12P826BA056

W12P826BA056

DIVISION 00 - PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 00 73 00

SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

PART 2 PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 DELIVERY OF PLANT

3.2 PROSECUTION, OPTION AND COMPLETION

3.3 CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS - CONSTRUCTION

3.4 CONSTRUCTION AND ARCHITECT-ENGINEER (A-E) CONTRACTS (UAI 5131.105)

3.5 VETERANS EMPLOYMENT EMPHASIS FOR U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

CONTRACTS (UAI 5122.1302-100)

3.6 COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION OF WORK - CONSTRUCTION

(APR 1984)

3.7 SITE VISIT (CONSTRUCTION) (FEB 1995)

3.8 VARIATION IN ESTIMATED QUANTITY (APR 1984)

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SECTION 00 73 00

SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

This section includes supplements to the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) requirements. Also included are applicable Department of Defense supplements (DFARS) and USACE Acquisition Instruction (UAI) to the FAR.

PART 2 PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 DELIVERY OF PLANT

a. Delivery of the dredge and attendant plant and commencement of dredging shall be completed within 120 hours after issuance of the Notice to Proceed. For bidding purposes, the delivery site will be the Mississippi River, Head of Passes, Mile 0.0; however, the starting assignment for the dredge may require initial mobilization to any location within the primary or secondary dredging region, for which an equitable adjustment will be made for any additional costs if it is determined that the additional costs were incurred due to the change of the delivery location. Upon arrival of the dredge and all of the attendant plant at the delivery site, the plant may be inspected by Government personnel to determine whether any deficiencies have developed since the time the plant was brought into compliance pursuant to the pre-award inspection. The Contractor will be notified of acceptance or rejection of the plant. If accepted, the dredge will be given an assignment immediately.

b. The Contracting Officer may waive the requirement for the Pre-award Inspection of Plant listed in Section 00 10 00. Such waiver does not affect the inspection of the plant upon delivery.

3.2 PROSECUTION, OPTION AND COMPLETION

a. The estimated completion time of the contract will initially be determined as the date and time obtained by adding the hours in "Dredging" Payment Item to the date and time that the Contractor began start of pay time hours. During the course of work, the completion time may change as a result of fractional pay time (refer to Section 35 20 23.23, paragraph entitled "Dredging and Option Dredging Items") or award of option hours or any portion thereof. The contract will be considered complete when the available hours run out at the designated dumpsite when the last load is dumped.

b. This contract shall extend for an approximate duration as described in Section 00 10 00, paragraph entitled "Conditions of Contract Award". If all necessary work is completed prior to the approximate duration completion time, the Government will release the dredge and declare the contract complete.

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c. Upon completion of the specified work, the dredge and attendant plant will be released to the Contractor at the location of the last assignment. It should be noted that the location of the last assignment could be either in a primary or secondary dredging region as specified in Section 35 20 23.23, paragraph entitled "Primary Dredging Region" or Section 35 20 23.23, paragraph entitled "Secondary Dredging Regions". All cost of final demobilization will be paid as stated in Section 35 20 23.23, paragraph entitled "Measurement and Payment". No other payment will be made.

d. If the Contracting Officer so notifies the Contractor of the Government's intent to exercise an option, in whole or part, the Contractor shall continue work on that part of the option hours specified by the Contracting Officer at the option unit price specified in the bidding schedule, subject to the provisions of Section 35 20 23.23, paragraph entitled "Dredging and Option Dredging Items".

Any exercise of the option in part does not obligate the Government to the full extent of the option.

3.3 CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS - CONSTRUCTION

In accordance with the provisions of Subpart 36.201/42.1502(e)(Evaluation of Contractor Performance) of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), construction contractor's performance shall be evaluated throughout the performance of the contract. The United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) follows the procedures outlined in Engineering Regulation 415-1-17 to fulfill this FAR requirement. For construction contracts awarded at or above $700,000.00, the USACE will evaluate contractor's performance and prepare a performance report using the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS), which is now a web-based system. After an evaluation (interim or final) is written up by the USACE, the Contractor will have the ability to access, review and comment on the evaluation for a period of 30 days. Accessing and using CPARS requires specific software, called PKI certification, which is installed on the user's computer. The certification is a Department of Defense requirement and was implemented to provide security in electronic transactions. The certification software could cost approximately $110 - $125 per certificate per year and is purchased from an External Certificate Authorities (ECA) vendor. Current information about the PKI certification process and for contacting vendors can be found on the web site: www.cpars.gov. If the Contractor wishes to participate in the performance evaluation process, access to CPARS and PKI certification is the sole responsibility of the Contractor.

3.4 CONSTRUCTION AND ARCHITECT-ENGINEER (A-E) CONTRACTS (UAI 5131.105)

(d)(2)(i)(B) In accordance with FAR 31.105(e)(1)(E), for the predetermined schedule of construction equipment use rates, use Engineer Pamphlet (EP) 1110-1-8, Construction Equipment Ownership and Operating Expense Schedule.

(End of special contract requirement)

Note 1: Costs for repairs or overhauling are not allowed.

Note 2: A copy of the "EQUIPMENT OWNERSHIP AND OPERATING EXPENSE SCHEDULE" (Region III) can be obtained from the following website:

https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Users/182/86/2486/ EP%201110-1-8_RV1-12.pdf?ver=x6psY-gBPGg5dSOqQdjEMg%3d%3d.

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3.5 VETERANS EMPLOYMENT EMPHASIS FOR U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS CONTRACTS

(UAI 5122.1302-100)

In addition to complying with the requirements outlined in FAR Part 22.13, FAR Provision 52.222-38, FAR Clause 52.222-35, FAR Clause 52.222-37, DFARS

222.13 and Department of Labor regulations, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) contractors and subcontractors at all tiers are encouraged to promote the training and employment of U.S. veterans while performing under a USACE contract. While no set-aside, evaluation preference, or incentive applies to the solicitation or performance under the resultant contract, USACE contractors are encouraged to seek out highly qualified veterans to perform services under this contract. The following resources are available to assist USACE contractors in their outreach efforts:

U.S. Department of Labor Veterans' Employment and Training Service (VETS):

https://www.dol.gov/vets/

Federal Veteran Employment Information: www.fedshirevets.gov/index.aspx

Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Program: http://benefits.va.gov/vow/

U.S. Army Warrior Transition Command Employment Index:

https://warriorcare.dodlive.mil/Care-Coordination/Education-Employment -Initiative/#:~:text=Are%20you%20an%20active%20duty,your%20E2I% 20Regional%20Coordinator%20today!

Hiring Our Heroes Initiative: www.uschamberfoundation.org/hiring-our-heroes.

3.6 COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION OF WORK - CONSTRUCTION (APR

1984)

The Contractor shall be required to (a) commence work under this contract within 5 calendar days after issuance of the notice to proceed, (b) prosecute the work diligently, and (c) complete the entire work no later than the days described in Section 00 10 00, paragraph entitled "Conditions of Contract Award". The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises.

(End of condition)

Note: The term "commence work" in this clause refers to commence dredging.

3.7 SITE VISIT (CONSTRUCTION) (FEB 1995)

(a) The conditions, Differing Site Conditions, and Site Investigations and Conditions Affecting the Work, will be included in any contract awarded as a result of this solicitation. Accordingly, offerors or quoters are urged and expected to inspect the site where the work will be performed.

(b) Site visits may be arranged during normal duty hours by contacting:

Name: Mr. Chuck Freeman, NOAO Address: 43020 Highway 23, Venice, LA 70091 Telephone: (504) 862-1554

3.8 VARIATION IN ESTIMATED QUANTITY (APR 1984)

If the quantity of a unit-priced item in this contract is an estimated quantity and the actual quantity of the unit-priced item varies more than

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15 percent above or below the estimated quantity, an equitable adjustment in the contract price shall be made upon demand of either party. The equitable adjustment shall be based upon any increase or decrease in costs due solely to the variation above 115 percent or below 85 percent of the estimated quantity. If the quantity variation is such as to cause an increase in the time necessary for completion, the Contractor may request, in writing, an extension of time, to be received by the Contracting Officer within 10 days from the beginning of the delay, or within such further period as may be granted by the Contracting Officer before the date of final settlement of the contract. Upon the receipt of a written request for an extension, the Contracting Officer shall ascertain the facts and make an adjustment for extending the completion date as, in the judgement of the Contracting Officer, is justified.

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DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 30 00

ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

1.2 ACCOMMODATIONS AND MEALS FOR INSPECTORS

1.2.1 General

1.2.2 Office

1.2.3 Meals

1.3 SEAWORTHINESS CERTIFICATION

1.4 ENVIRONMENTAL LITIGATION

1.5 STATE TAXES

1.6 RIGHTS-OF-WAY

1.7 MOBILIZATION OF ATTENDANT PLANT

1.8 OBSTRUCTION OF CHANNEL

1.9 WORK BY OTHERS

1.10 CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITY

1.11 SUPERVISION

1.12 AS-BUILT DRAWINGS

1.13 FUEL CONSUMPTION REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

1.14 GENERAL SECURITY REQUIREMENTS AND GUIDANCE

1.15 SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY REPORTING TRAINING (e.g. iWATCH, CorpsWatch, or See Something, Say Something)

1.16 PRE-SCREEN CANDIDATES USING E-VERIFY PROGRAM

PART 2 PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 EXECUTION (Not Used)

ATTACHMENTS:

Utility Summary Sheet

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SECTION 01 30 00

ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

No separate measurement or payment will be made for administrative requirements as specified herein. All costs for the work covered under this section shall be distributed throughout the existing bid items, except as stated in the paragraph entitled "Accommodations and Meals for Inspectors".

1.2 ACCOMMODATIONS AND MEALS FOR INSPECTORS

1.2.1 General

The Contractor shall furnish to the Government Inspectors on board the dredge, or other craft upon which they are employed, bottled water and a suitable room for an office. The office shall be fully equipped and maintained to the satisfaction of the Government Inspectors aboard the dredge. The office shall be lighted, heated, ventilated, and air conditioned to the satisfaction of the Inspectors. Power surge protectors shall be available for the protection of any of the Inspector's equipment he/she deems necessary to protect from electrical outlet power surges. All costs for furnishing, equipping, and maintaining the accommodations shall be included in the contract unit price per hour in the "Dredging" and "Option Dredging" items on the bidding schedule.