SGS LLC,* Yukon, Oklahoma, was awarded a $34,852,808 firm-fixed-price contract for construction of an information systems facility. Bids were solicited via the internet with one received. Work will be performed at Fort Polk, Louisiana, with an estimated completion date of May 19, 2025. Fiscal 2021 and 2023 military construction, Army funds in the amount of $34,852,808 were obligated at the time of the award. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth, Texas, is the contracting activity (W9126G-23-C-0008).
*Small Business
Via AECOM
AECOM announced today that its joint venture was awarded a contract from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to deliver per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) remedial investigations, feasibility studies, removal actions, and associated work at Army National Guard (ARNG) facilities nationwide. This work builds on AECOM’s prior experience executing extensive preliminary PFAS investigations at ARNG facilities for USACE.
“PFAS present a social and environmental challenge, one we’re tackling aggressively through our Sustainable Legacies strategy,” said Lara Poloni, AECOM’s president. “Our track record in PFAS extends over two decades, and our teams bring deep technical excellence and a drive to continuously innovate solutions as we partner with new and long-term clients to address the impact of PFAS on communities.”
Using the latest in analytics and treatment technologies, the joint venture will work with USACE to define nature and extent for regulated PFAS at ARNG facilities nationwide, take quick action where necessary, and design and implement long-term treatment solutions.
“The ARNG and all of the Department of Defense continue to take proactive measures against PFAS in the environment, and we’re proud to support them as a leader in PFAS remediation,” said Frank Sweet, chief executive of AECOM’s global Environment business. “Our suite of PFAS services, spanning characterization, evaluation, mitigation and destruction, and our ever-growing team of global experts enable us to provide clients with powerful PFAS capabilities, which we expect to be especially valuable as countries around the world take further action to address and limit PFAS.”
PFAS are a diverse group of synthetic chemicals used for over 50 years in industrial applications that, due to distinct properties, can prove difficult to break down and are subject to increasingly stringent federal regulations. AECOM brings an unrivalled depth and breadth of experience, having helped clients address the impact of PFAS since 2001 and on approximately 500 sites globally.
Advanced American Construction Inc., Portland, Oregon, was awarded a $22,227,000 firm-fixed-price contract to build an access road at Spirit Lake. Bids were solicited via the internet with six received. Work will be performed in Stevenson, Washington, with an estimated completion date of April 1, 2027. Fiscal 2023 civil construction funds in the amount of $22,227,000 were obligated at the time of the award. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Portland, Oregon, is the contracting activity (W9127N-23-C-0007).
Onshore Materials LLC,* Thibodaux, Louisiana, was awarded a $22,595,265 firm-fixed-price contract for berm and road repair and improvements. Bids were solicited via the internet with 13 received. Work will be performed in Laplace, Louisiana, with an estimated completion date of March 26, 2026. Fiscal 2023 civil construction funds in the amount of $22,595,265 were obligated at the time of the award. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New Orleans, Louisiana, is the contracting activity (W912P8-23-C-0020).
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company LLC, Houston, Texas, was awarded a $29,184,150 firm-fixed-price contract to dredge Galveston Harbor's entrance channel. Bids were solicited via the internet with three received. Work will be performed in Galveston, Texas, with an estimated completion date of Dec. 9, 2023. Fiscal 2023 civil operation and maintenance funds in the amount of $29,184,250 were obligated at the time of the award. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Galveston, Texas, is the contracting activity (W912HY-23-C-0007).
By Daniel Smoot, Office for Army Prize Competitions and Army Applied SBIR Program
Reducing the Army’s carbon footprint is at the center of its open, sustainable building materials solicitation — an effort that seeks small businesses developing environmentally friendly construction solutions to meet the goals of the Department of Defense Climate Adaptation Plan and Army Climate Strategy.
While the open-topic solicitation will accept a variety of proposals that help reduce fossil fuel consumption and emissions, solutions that prioritize sustainable materials such as precast concrete and recycled steel, low-logistics construction applications and the support of long-lasting, infrastructure technologies are at the forefront of the Army’s $13.3 million investment.
“With the continued release of open-topic solicitations, we hope to attract valuable innovations from small businesses that do not typically compete for SBIR awards,” said Dr. Matt Willis, director of Army Prize Competitions and the Army Applied SBIR Program. “At the same time, these novel companies could address the carbon-intensive aspect of military operations through disruptive materials, logistics and technologies.”
The Army will assess small businesses that submit proposals for sustainable building materials and technologies based on the following criteria:
* Utilization of local materials
* Materials made from renewable or recycled sources
* Scalable to meet construction needs
* Low-energy requirements
* Carbon capture capabilities
Up to $13.3 million in total Army funding
Through the clean tech solicitation, up to 15 companies will receive Phase I Army SBIR awards of up to $250,000 each to develop and deliver sustainable building materials and technologies.
Over the anticipated six-month period of performance, Phase I awardees will secure access to Soldier touchpoints that offer developmental and evaluation-based feedback on technologies in practical settings.
Additionally, Army SBIR will award up to five companies Direct to Phase II contracts, up to $1.9 million over an expected 18-month period of performance. During this time, small businesses will advance research and development efforts for eventual prototyping.
The solicitation begins pre-release on April 25 and lasts through May 17. Qualified small businesses can submit proposals between May 18 and June 13, with submissions closing at noon Eastern Time on June 13. Applicants must submit full proposal packages through the Defense SBIR|STTR Innovation Portal.
The Army Applied SBIR Program awards Phase I contracts to small businesses and nontraditional companies with technologies that show technical merit, feasibility and commercial potential. It gives Phase II awards to those that can address Army needs and gain further federal support. Direct to Phase II awards are for technologies already mature and ready for demonstration.
Small businesses can coordinate with technical, acquisition and operational subject-matter experts. These specialists provide information about the Army’s technological needs and guidance from the Army research and development ecosystem.
Companies capitalize on this by collaborating with technical points of contact that serve as resources for businesses as they mature their technologies for eventual insertion into Army acquisition programs.
The Army Applied SBIR Program releases contract opportunities on a flexible schedule to respond to the current and anticipated warfighting technology needs. For eligibility information and a list of open topics, please visit armysbir.army.mil.
The Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics and Technology leverages technologies and capabilities to provide U.S. Soldiers a decisive advantage in any environment by developing, acquiring, fielding and sustaining the world’s finest equipment and services. For more information, visit army.mil/asaalt and follow @ArmyASAALT.
Re-Engineered Business Solution Inc., Cocoa, Florida, was awarded a $16,666,503 firm-fixed-price contract to provide oversight, management and assessment of facility and infrastructure operations, maintenance and repair, material control, and customer service for the USACE South Florida Operations Office. Bids were solicited via the internet with four received. Work locations and funding will be determined with each order, with an estimated completion date of April 28, 2028. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville, Florida, is the contracting activity (W912EP-23-D-0004).
Cashman Dredging & Marine Contracting Co. LLC, Quincy, Massachusetts, was awarded a $23,963,300 firm-fixed-price contract for maintenance dredging. Bids were solicited via the internet with four received. Work will be performed in Baltimore, Maryland, with an estimated completion date of Sept. 9, 2023. Fiscal 2021 civil construction funds and fiscal 2022 and 2023 civil operation and maintenance funds in the amount of $23,963,300 were obligated at the time of the award. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore, Maryland, is the contracting activity (W912DR-23-C-0014).
Manhattan Construction Co., Arlington, Virginia, was awarded a $108,862,913 firm-fixed-price contract for to construct an operations complex at Arlington National Cemetery. Bids were solicited via the internet with five received. Work will be performed in Arlington, Virginia, with an estimated completion date of Feb. 27, 2026. Fiscal 2022 cemeterial construction expenses, Army funds in the amount of $108,862,913 were obligated at the time of the award. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Norfolk, Virginia, is the contracting activity (W91236-23-C-2022).
Archer Western Construction LLC, Tampa, Florida, was awarded a $59,565,868 firm-fixed-price contract for construction of a replacement bascule bridge. Bids were solicited via the internet with three received. Work will be performed in Chesapeake, Virginia, with an estimated completion date of April 17, 2026. Fiscal 2023 Civil Work Plan funds and non-federal sponsor-contributed funds in the amount of $59,565,868 were obligated at the time of the award. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Norfolk, Virginia, is the contracting activity (W91236-23-C-2001).
Specialized Materials and Chemicals LLC,* Brigham City, Utah, was awarded a $23,727,600 firm-fixed-price contract for ammonium perchlorate. Bids were solicited via the internet with one received. Work locations and funding will be determined with each order, with an estimated completion date of April 16, 2026. U.S. Army Contracting Command, Rock Island Arsenal, Illinois, is the contracting activity (W519TC-23-D-2003).
Moffatt & Nichol, Walnut Creek, California, was awarded a $22,500,000 firm-fixed-price contract for architect and engineering for marine engineering services. Bids were solicited via the internet with five received. Work locations and funding will be determined with each order, with an estimated completion date of April 17, 2028. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is the contracting activity (W912BU-22-D-0017).
NISOU LGC JV II LLC,* Detroit, Michigan, was awarded a $9,585,131 firm-fixed-price contract to construct a building addition. Bids were solicited via the internet with eight received. Work will be performed at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, with an estimated completion date of Oct. 17, 2025. Fiscal 2010 Air Force funds in the amount of $9,585,131 were obligated at the time of the award. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Savannah, Georgia, is the contracting activity (W912HN-23-C-4001).
Manson Construction Co., Seattle, Washington, was awarded a $20,000,000 firm-fixed-price contract for dredging projects. Bids were solicited via the internet with two received. Work locations and funding will be determined with each order, with an estimated completion date of June 11, 2024. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Mobile, Alabama, is the contracting activity (W91278-23-D-0057).