Inland River Towboat W912ES26QA015
Summary
AI-generated · Nov 21, 2025A commercial off-the-shelf inland river towboat (new build or used, 1990 or newer) is being sought to support operations on the Upper Mississippi River. The seller must deliver the vessel to the USACE Fountain City, WI Service Base (Upper Mississippi River Mile 733). Offers will be evaluated on best value, with a small number of vessels potentially inspected in person by a USACE evaluation team; delivery date will be a factor in the award. Proposals are open to firms of any size.
Technical requirements include a maximum draft of 8 feet 6 inches; engine power between 1,200 and 3,000 BHP (prefer 1,800–2,000 for new construction); berths for at least four crew with a head, shower, and galley. The offer package must include current certificates of inspection and other USCG documentation, extensive photographs from throughout the vessel, and a complete service history detailing major repairs, dry dockings, and any collisions or accidents. The seller is responsible for delivering the vessel to the Fountain City, Wisconsin base, and the delivery date will be one of the evaluation factors.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - St. Paul District is seeking to purchase a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) inland river towboat of new build or used (1990 or newer), to be used in support of operations on the Upper Mississippi River. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code for this procurement is 336612 ? Boat Building. The SBA Small Business Size Standard for this NAICS is 1,000 employees. This solicitation is Unrestricted ? Full and Open Competition. Firms of Any Size are invited to submit offers. The Government intends to award on the basis of Best Value. The vessel sought will have a draft of no more than 8 ft 6 in, have between 1,200 and 3,000 BHP (1,800 - 2,000 preferred for new construction), berths for at least 4 crew with head, shower and galley area. The offer package will include current certificates of inspection and other USCG documentation, extensive photos from throughout the boat, and a complete service history, including major repairs, dry dockings, and collisions/accidents. A small number of vessels will be evaluated in person by an Evaluation Team of USACE subject matter experts. The Seller will be responsible for delivery of the vessel to the USACE Fountain City, WI Service Base (Upper Mississippi River Mile 733). Delivery date is one of the evaluation factors for offers.
From Presolicitation posted on Nov 20, 2025The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - St. Paul District is seeking to purchase a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) inland river towboat of new build or used (1990 or newer), to be used in support of operations on the Upper Mississippi River. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code for this procurement is 336612 Boat Building. The SBA Small Business Size Standard for this NAICS is 1,000 employees. This solicitation is Unrestricted Full and Open Competition. Firms of Any Size are invited to submit offers. The Government intends to award on the basis of Best Value. The vessel sought will have a draft of no more than 8 ft 6 in, have between 1,200 and 3,000 BHP (1,800 - 2,000 preferred for new construction), berths for at least 4 crew with head, shower and galley area. The offer package will include current certificates of inspection and other USCG documentation, extensive photos from throughout the boat, and a complete service history, including major repairs, dry dockings, and collisions/accidents. A small number of vessels will be evaluated in person by an Evaluation Team of USACE subject matter experts. The Seller will be responsible for delivery of the vessel to the USACE Fountain City, WI Service Base (Upper Mississippi River Mile 733). Delivery date is one of the evaluation factors for offers. The Government would like to take delivery of the boat at Fountain City, WI during the 2026 navigation season. Later delivery dates will be considered, particularly for new construction vessels. Please see the Prinicipal Characteristics document in the PIEE module for more information about the vessel requirements.
From Presolicitation posted on Dec 01, 2025The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - St. Paul District is seeking to purchase a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) inland river towboat of new build or used (1990 or newer), to be used in support of operations on the Upper Mississippi River. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code for this procurement is 336612 ? Boat Building. The SBA Small Business Size Standard for this NAICS is 1,000 employees. This solicitation is Unrestricted ? Full and Open Competition. Firms of Any Size are invited to submit offers. The Government intends to award on the basis of Best Value. The vessel sought will have a draft of no more than 8 ft 6 in, have between 1,200 and 3,000 BHP (1,800 - 2,000 preferred for new construction), berths for at least 4 crew with head, shower and galley area. The offer package will include current certificates of inspection and other USCG documentation, extensive photos from throughout the boat, and a complete service history, including major repairs, dry dockings, and collisions/accidents. A small number of vessels will be evaluated in person by an Evaluation Team of USACE subject matter experts. The Seller will be responsible for delivery of the vessel to the USACE Fountain City, WI Service Base (Upper Mississippi River Mile 733). Delivery date is one of the evaluation factors for offers. Solicitation documents and vessel requirements may be downloaded through the PIEE Module links below. Offers will only be accepted through the PIEE Module.
From Solicitation posted on Dec 04, 2025The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - St. Paul District is seeking to purchase a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) inland river towboat of new build or used (1990 or newer), to be used in support of operations on the Upper Mississippi River. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code for this procurement is 336612 ? Boat Building. The SBA Small Business Size Standard for this NAICS is 1,000 employees. This solicitation is Unrestricted ? Full and Open Competition. Firms of Any Size are invited to submit offers. The Government intends to award on the basis of Best Value. The vessel sought will have a draft of no more than 8 ft 6 in, have between 1,200 and 3,000 BHP (1,800 - 2,000 preferred for new construction), berths for at least 4 crew with head, shower and galley area. The offer package will include current certificates of inspection and other USCG documentation, extensive photos from throughout the boat, and a complete service history, including major repairs, dry dockings, and collisions/accidents. A small number of vessels will be evaluated in person by an Evaluation Team of USACE subject matter experts. The Seller will be responsible for delivery of the vessel to the USACE Fountain City, WI Service Base (Upper Mississippi River Mile 733). Delivery date is one of the evaluation factors for offers. Solicitation documents and vessel requirements may be downloaded through the PIEE Module links below. Offers will only be accepted through the PIEE Module.
From Solicitation posted on Dec 09, 2025Notice history
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Presolicitation Posted Nov 20, 2025
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Presolicitation Posted Dec 01, 2025View changes (2)
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- Response Deadline: Dec 30, 2025 → Jan 07, 2026
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Solicitation Posted Dec 04, 2025View changes (2)
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Solicitation LATEST Posted Dec 09, 2025No changes from previous notice
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