To provide Subsurface information for the evaluation of foundation conditions

This is a Sources Sought Synopsis. This synopsis neither constitutes a Request for Proposal, nor does it restrict the Government to an ultimate acquisition approach. This synopsis should not be construed as a commitment by the Government for any purpose. Requests for a solicitation will not receive a response. This Sources Sought Synopsis is in support of a market survey being conducted by the St. Louis District, Corps of Engineers to identify sources with demonstrated capabilities and experience for the evaluation of subsurface conditions. This evaluation to include clearing overgrowth, brush or trees, drilling equipment, water for drilling, and repair of damage to exploration sites necessitated by access and/or the drilling process shall be part of the requirements. The necessary plant, equipment, manpower, materials, and supplies to permit land-based or overwater drilling, sampling and other services to a maximum depth of 300 feet below the working surface. A draft Statement of Work has been provided.

The result of this market research will contribute to determining the method of procurement. The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code assigned to this procurement is 213115, Support Activities for Nonmetallic Minerals (except Fuels) Mining.

Provide business size and a Point of Contact. Any information submitted by respondents to this synopsis is strictly voluntary. The Government will not pay for any information that is submitted by respondents to this Sources Sought Synopsis. The Government requests interested offerors submit their capability and experience response no later than 9:00 a.m., Central Standard Time, on 31 March, 2016, and should not exceed 5 one-sided, 8.5 X 11 inch pages, with the font no smaller than 10 point, to karla.l.babb@usace.army.mil. Please direct any questions on this announcement to Archie Ringgenberg, Contracting Officer, 314-331-8505.