Debris Removal, Franklin Falls Dam, Franklin, NH

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers New England District is seeking a small business contractor to perform debris removal services at the Franklin Falls Dam in Franklin, New Hampshire. The solicitation (W912WJ25QA036) requires the selected vendor to furnish transportation, equipment, labor, and job planning to remove debris from the log boom and catchment area along the Pemigewasset River. Contractors must remove and properly dispose of all debris off government property in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, using a crane and adhering to the Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Manual (EM 385-1-1). All vendors must have an active SAM.gov registration at the time of submission to be considered, with the response deadline extended to June 10, 2025, at 2:00 PM Eastern time. Mandatory site visits are scheduled for May 27 and May 28, 2025, to allow potential bidders to inspect the project area.

The contract is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 562119 with a small business size standard of $47 million. The project will be performed Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with a total contract performance period of 120 calendar days from award. Contractors will be required to submit comprehensive documentation including an Accident Prevention Plan and Activity Hazard Analysis. Chipping of debris is only permitted if all chips are transported off-site for proper disposal, and the work will involve removing debris from multiple locations within the dam's log boom and catchment areas. The project area is situated along the Pemigewasset River, with site conditions characterized by significant debris accumulation and water levels around 308.59 ft Mean Sea Level. While no incumbent contractor is mentioned, the solicitation emphasizes strict compliance with safety regulations and environmental disposal standards.