JELA 311263 - Canal Backfill Restoration

The National Park Service Denver Service Center is conducting market research for canal backfill restoration services within the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve in Louisiana. This Sources Sought Notice seeks contractors capable of performing approximately 9,500 linear feet of canal backfilling and restoration work through water-based operations using barges to access the project site. The government is gathering information about companies' experience with federal construction contracts, canal restoration projects, and water-based site work to determine the appropriate solicitation approach for the upcoming competitive procurement. Interested contractors must complete a detailed survey questionnaire addressing their qualifications, experience, and potential small business certifications including EDWOSB, HUBZone, and veteran-owned business status. The questionnaire response deadline is August 12, 2025, at 2:00 pm Mountain Time, and must be submitted to the Contracting Officer.

This procurement does not include any set-aside designations and will be conducted as a competitive Request for Proposals for a single Firm-Fixed-Price contract. The estimated construction value ranges between $1 million and $5 million, with the solicitation planned for Fall 2025. The anticipated performance period for the canal restoration project is 120 calendar days from contract award. The work involves approximately 9,500 linear feet of canal restoration requiring specialized water-based construction capabilities and barge operations. No incumbent contractors or current service providers are identified in the notice, indicating this may be a new requirement or the completion of previously planned restoration work within the national park system.