Operation and Maintenance of Government-Owned Facilities and Equipment, Jim Woodruff Lock and Dam and Lake Seminole Project, Florida and Georgia
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION SOUTH ATLANTIC.ENDIST MOBILE.W074 ENDIST MOBILE · Response deadline: Mon, 02 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is soliciting bids for operation and maintenance services at the Jim Woodruff Lock and Dam and Lake Seminole Project, which spans the Florida-Georgia border. The work involves government-owned facilities and equipment associated with this multi-purpose water resources project.
The Jim Woodruff Lock and Dam, operated by the Corps of Engineers, is located on the Apalachicola River at the confluence of the Chattahoochee and Flint Rivers. Lake Seminole is the reservoir created by this dam. These facilities serve critical federal water management purposes including navigation, flood control, hydroelectric power generation, recreation, and fish and wildlife conservation.
While specific scope details are not available in the notice metadata, facility operations and maintenance work under the Corps of Engineers typically includes: operating lock and dam machinery; maintaining hydroelectric generating equipment; performing routine and preventative maintenance on structures, grounds, and related systems; managing water levels; and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. Contractors in this field generally need experience with heavy civil infrastructure, industrial mechanical and electrical systems, and water resources management.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Mobile District |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | W9127826RA063 |
| NAICS | 561210 — Facilities Support Services |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside — Total |
| Response deadline | November 2, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET |
| Place of performance | See the solicitation (not specified in metadata) |
Who can bid
This opportunity is a total small business set-aside, meaning only certified small businesses may submit bids. Your business must meet the size standard for NAICS 561210, which is $20.5 million in average annual receipts. You must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) and have an active UEI to compete.
Given the nature of this work—operating and maintaining complex federal water control infrastructure—the Corps typically prioritizes bidders with demonstrable experience in similar environments. Relevant qualifications might include: past performance on Corps of Engineers or other federal dam/lock projects; experience with hydroelectric facility maintenance; U.S. Coast Guard or Corps-specific operating certifications; and strong safety and environmental compliance records. If you lack direct experience, consider partnering with a more established firm through a joint venture or mentor-protégé arrangement, provided the partnership meets SBA affiliation and size requirements.
How to put together a competitive bid
For facilities support services at a Corps hydropower and navigation facility, focus your proposal on:
Technical approach: Detail your methodology for 24/7 operational readiness, staffing plans for skilled operators and maintenance technicians, and your preventative maintenance program. The Corps evaluates reliability and minimizing unplanned outages heavily.
Personnel qualifications: Identify key personnel with specific experience on lock and dam or hydroelectric projects. Include relevant certifications (crane operator, electrical, marine operations, etc.) and security clearance capabilities if required.
Past performance: Provide at least three relevant contracts of similar scope, complexity, and dollar value. Federal past performance, especially with the Corps or other civil works agencies, carries significant weight.
Price competitiveness: As a services contract, labor rates and staffing efficiency drive cost. Ensure your rates are competitive while accounting for the specialized skills required and any geographic challenges of the Florida-Georgia border location.
Safety and environmental plans: The Corps evaluates these rigorously. Include your EM 385-1-1 compliance approach, lockout/tagout procedures, spill prevention plans, and incident history.
See the solicitation for specific evaluation criteria, bonding requirements, and any required Davis-Bacon Act wage determinations.
Next steps
Download and review the full solicitation package on SAM.gov using solicitation number W9127826RA063. Pay close attention to the statement of work, any site visit requirements, and all proposal formatting instructions. The response deadline is November 2, 2026 at 2:00 PM Eastern Time—plan your submission to account for any SAM.gov system delays or required certifications.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →