Pre-Solicitation Notice - Tugboat Service for LaGrange Lock and Dam
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
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- Solicitation number
- W912EK26PLGTugboat
- Agency
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ENDIST Rock Island
US Army Corps of Engineers, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 488310 Port and Harbor Operations
- PSC
- M1KA Operation Of Dams
- Place of performance
- Versailles, Illinois 62378, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Rock Island District, is seeking tugboat services for LaGrange Lock and Dam operations through a competitive Request for Proposals. The primary requirement is that contractors provide tugboat services during dam operations when deteriorating river conditions necessitate additional vessels with enhanced capabilities to maintain safety and operational effectiveness. A critical qualification for potential contractors is the demonstrated ability to provide tugboat services within 4 hours of receiving a service request. While the specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in this pre-solicitation notice, the agency has posted this notice for informational purposes to alert potential bidders of the upcoming solicitation. The pre-solicitation notice was posted on January 23, 2026, with a response deadline of January 30, 2026; however, it is important to note that this pre-solicitation notice does not constitute a commitment to procure services, and no formal solicitation has been issued at this time.
This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, restricting eligibility to small business concerns as defined by the Small Business Administration. The pre-solicitation notice does not identify any incumbent contractors or current service providers, nor does it disclose budget ranges or estimated contract values. Additionally, no specific numerical details regarding tugboat quantity, anticipated frequency of service requests, or extended service timelines are provided in this notice. The notice explicitly states that no reimbursement will be made for costs associated with responding to this pre-solicitation or providing requested follow-up information, and no award will result from this informational announcement. Interested small businesses should monitor for the formal RFP release, which will contain complete specifications, pricing requirements, and evaluation criteria.
Notice text
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Rock Island District (MVR), intends to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Tugboat Service for LaGrange Lock and Dam. The contractor is responsible for providing tugboat services to LaGrange Lock and Dam during dam operations when river conditions are getting worse and require additional vessels with more capability to ensure safety and mission accomplishment during dam operations. Additionally, contractors will be required to submit documentation they will be able to provide tugboat services within 4 hours of service request.
This pre-solicitation notice is for informational purposes only and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government to procure any supplies or services, or for the Government to pay for the information received. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information to response to this pre-solicitation notice or any follow up information requested. Consequently, no solicitation is being issued at this time. Therefore, no award will be made as a result of providing this information.
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Tugboat Services for LaGrange Lock and Dam | Award Notice | |
| Tugboat Services for LaGrange Lock and Dam | Solicitation | |
| This notice | Pre-Solicitation |
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