Gulf Coast Regional Hopper (OM26300)   2

Background
The Gulf Coast Regional Hopper (OM26300) contract is issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, specifically targeting dredging operations in the Mississippi River, Southwest Pass, and Gulfport Harbor Bar Channel. The primary goal of this contract is to enhance navigation and maintain waterways by utilizing a fully crewed and equipped self-propelled trailing suction type hopper dredge. This initiative aligns with the agency's mission to ensure safe and efficient waterway transportation.

Work Details
The contractor is required to furnish one fully crewed and equipped self-propelled trailing suction type hopper dredge. The work will involve dredging operations primarily in the Mississippi River, Southwest Pass, Gulfport Harbor Bar Channel, and potentially other areas within or outside the New Orleans District. The magnitude of construction for this dredging project is estimated between $10,000,000.00 and $25,000,000.00.

Key tasks include:
- Conducting daily inspections to ensure safety compliance.
- Submitting an Accident Prevention Plan that includes safety protocols for diving operations.
- Implementing emergency alarms and drills on floating plants.
- Ensuring proper means of escape for personnel on floating plants.
- Adhering to U.S. Coast Guard regulations regarding signaling devices during operations.

Period of Performance
The contract performance period will commence upon receiving the award and notice to proceed, with specific calendar days for completion to be determined.

Place of Performance
The geographic locations for the construction projects include the Mississippi River, Southwest Pass, Gulfport Harbor Bar Channel, and possibly other areas inside and outside of the New Orleans District.

Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail)
This opportunity appears to have a confirmed incumbent and closely related prior contract history for the same type of work. The confirmed incumbent, Manson Construction Co, was awarded W912P824C0026 for $19,508,549 (03/01/25–01/24/26) to furnish one fully crewed and equipped self-propelled trailing suction hopper dredge for dredging in the Mississippi River, Southwest Pass, Gulfport Harbor Bar Channel, and potentially other New Orleans District areas—matching the current scope and locations. Additional closely related awards to Manson under similar trailing suction hopper dredging requirements and safety/operations tasks further suggest continuity of performance in these channels.