LAKE PONTCHARTRAIN & VICINITY (LPV), FORESHORE RISK REDUCTION REPAIRS, REACH-1, 2, 3, & 4 Jefferson Parish, Louisiana (ED 24-006)
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION MISSISSIPPI VALLEY.ENDIST NEW ORLEANS.W07V ENDIST NEW ORLEANS · Response deadline: Thu, 29 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New Orleans District is soliciting for foreshore risk reduction repairs in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana. This work covers four reaches (Reach-1, 2, 3, and 4) of the Lake Pontchartrain & Vicinity (LPV) hurricane and storm damage risk reduction system. This is civil works infrastructure maintenance—typically involving shoreline stabilization, erosion control, marsh restoration, or structural repairs to levees and floodwalls along the lakefront to maintain authorized levels of protection.
NAICS 237990 covers "Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction," which includes projects like flood control structures, levees, dams, and marine construction. No set-aside program applies, meaning the competition is open to all responsible offerors regardless of business size or socioeconomic status.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New Orleans District |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | W912P826BA009 |
| NAICS | 237990 |
| Set-aside | No Set aside used |
| Response deadline | October 29, 2026 at 10:00 AM CT |
| Place of performance | Louisiana |
Who can bid
This is a full and open competition with no set-aside restriction. Large businesses, small businesses, and socioeconomic programs (8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB) may all bid. However, NAICS 237990 carries a size standard of $47.5 million in average annual receipts—meaning firms below that threshold qualify as small businesses for federal statistical purposes, though this carries no procurement preference here.
Given the specialized nature of Corps civil works—particularly flood risk reduction in coastal Louisiana—realistic bidders typically include:
- Heavy civil contractors with marine construction experience
- Firms holding USACE Contractor Quality Control (CQC) certifications
- Companies experienced with levee and floodwall construction/repair
- Contractors familiar with Louisiana coastal permitting (CZM, wetlands, USACE 404)
Louisiana-certified small businesses in this sector should weigh the administrative burden of a USACE project against the open competition. The compressed 48-hour response window (posted October 27, deadline October 29) strongly suggests either an amendment to an existing solicitation, a re-solicitation, or an emergency procurement—see the solicitation for full context.
How to put together a competitive bid
Verify technical qualifications immediately. USACE civil works solicitations typically require specific construction experience, bonding capacity, and safety records. See the solicitation for required project experience, minimum contractor qualifications, and any past performance requirements.
Confirm bonding capacity. Heavy civil projects of this nature generally require performance and payment bonds. Contact your surety immediately given the tight deadline.
Understand the Corps' three-phase quality control. USACE mandates Contractor Quality Control (CQC), government Quality Assurance (QA), and often independent assurance. Bidders must price for dedicated CQC staff, testing, and documentation.
Assess equipment and labor availability. Foreshore work in Jefferson Parish may require specialized marine equipment (barges, marsh mats, hydraulic dredges), sheet pile drivers, and erosion control materials. Coastal Louisiana labor markets are tight; confirm crew availability.
Review hurricane season and environmental windows. Jefferson Parish work faces seasonal restrictions—often limited windows outside nesting bird seasons and active tropical weather periods. See the solicitation for specified completion timelines and any liquidated damages.
Evaluate subcontracting strategy. With no set-aside, prime contractors may still benefit from Louisiana-based subcontractors for local knowledge, permitting relationships, and workforce access—though this must fit within your technical approach and management plan.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation documents immediately on SAM.gov using solicitation number W912P826BA009. Given the October 29, 2026, 10:00 AM Central Time deadline, time is extremely limited. Verify whether this is a new solicitation or amendment, confirm all required forms and technical submittals, and submit before the deadline. See the solicitation for detailed specifications, contract clauses, evaluation factors, and all definitive requirements.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →