RECOVERY--Y--Cultural Resource Bank Stabilization, Fort Rice and 39DW01, Oahe Reservoir, North and South Dakota

On or about 7 April 2009, this office will issue Invitations for Bid for construction of the RECOVERY - Cultural Resource Bank Stabilization, Fort Rice and 39DW01, Oahe Reservoir, North and South Dakota. The solicitation will close on or about 07 May 2009.

RECOVERY THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY. THIS OPPORTUNITY IS AVAILABLE ONLY TO CONTRACTORS UNDER SMALL BUSINESS SET ASIDE.

This solicitation is RESTRICTED TO SMALL BUSINESS SET ASIDE

Contractors interested in inspecting the site of the proposed work should contact Eric Stasch, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Phone Number (605) 224-5862.

DO NOT submit requests for plans and specifications to the site visit personnel listed above. See Obtaining Solicitation Documents below.

Project Description: (Approx. quantities)

Work consists of constructing bank stabilization at two (2) separate sites. The first site is in Dewey County, South Dakota. Work includes shaping 2,500 lineal feet of shoreline with 4,350 cu.yd. of Random Fill, placing 12,700 sq.yd. of Geotextile Fabric and 15,500 tons of Riprap. The second site is in Morton County, North Dakota. Work includes shaping 2,500 lineal feet of shoreline with 3,7000 cu.yd. of Random Fill, placing 11,700 sq.yd. of Geotextile Fabric and 14,8800 tons of Riprap.

The estimated construction cost of this project is between $1,000,000 and $2,500,000.



The Contractor will be required to commence work within 10 days after notice to proceed and complete the work 180 calendar days after receipt of Notice to Proceed. Provisions will be included for liquidated damages in case of failure to complete the work in the time allowed. Performance and payment bonds will be required. Bonding documents including the power of attorney shall bear an original signature by an officer of the surety.


Bidders (Offerors):
Please be advised of on-line registration requirement in Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database http://www.ccr.gov/ and directed solicitation provisions concerning electronic annual On-line Representations and Certifications (ORCA) at http://orca.bpn.gov. Representations and certifications are required to be updated annually as a minimum to keep information current, accurate and complete. The electronic annual representations and certifications are effective until one year from date of submission or update to ORCA.

Obtaining Solicitation Documents:

Solicitation documents will be posted to the web via Federal Business Opportunities (www.fbo.gov).

Find solicitation announcement in Fed Biz Opps (www.fbo.gov)
1. Use the Quick Search to locate the project (by entering all or part of the solicitation number) or use the advanced search features offered in the Find Opportunities (large arrow in the middle of the page) or use the Opportunities tab followed by the Advanced Search tab.
2. By using the login feature, it allows additional search features and allows you to keep your searches. Login might be required on some solicitations that are considered restricted.
3. Once you have located your project, click on link to solicitation to view the project. Files may be downloaded from the column on the right side reading All Files or from the Packages tab.
4. If you want other vendors, sub-contractors or contractors to contact you, click on the Interested Vendors tab and then Add me to Interested Vendors link at the bottom of the page.

Questions regarding contractual matters should be made to: Chris Breeling 402 995 2058. Telephone calls regarding Small Business matters should be made to: 402 995 2910. Telephone calls on contents of drawings and specifications should be made to the Project Manager at: 402-995-2501 or Specification Section at: (402) 995 2184.

Commander
U.S. Army Engineer District, Omaha
ATTENTION: CENWO-CT-C
1616 Capitol Avenue
Omaha, NE 68102 4901