MV William James Overhaul

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Vicksburg District is issuing a Sources‑Sought notice (not a solicitation) to obtain Capability Statements from qualified small businesses (NAICS 336611, ≤1,300 employees) that can perform a firm‑fixed‑price overhaul of the two Caterpillar 3512 marine propulsion engines on the M/V William James. Work must be completed on‑site at the USACE Vicksburg Harbor (2577 Haining Rd, Vicksburg, MS) no later than 30 June 2026 and will include full engine disassembly, replacement of specified parts (turbo cartridges, oil pumps, cylinder heads, fuel injectors, bearings, seals, etc.) per the Caterpillar maintenance manual, installation of new oil, coolant, and engine‑control displays, and testing/alignment. The prime contractor must perform at least 50 % of the effort with its own personnel (FAR 52.219‑14) and comply with E‑Verify, security, and FPCON/HPCON requirements. Respondents must submit an electronic Capability Statement (including company name, address, point of contact, CAGE/UEI, small‑business status and socioeconomic categories) plus evidence of three comparable projects completed within the past five years (contract numbers, values, contacts for validation) and past government contract experience. Submissions are to be emailed to Jeffrey L. Smith‑Lyon (Jeffrey.L.Smith-Lyon@usace.army.mil) by 16 April 2026, 4:30 p.m. Central Time; fax and phone inquiries will not be accepted. This information will be used for market research and future solicitation planning only.

Notice ID

d5eb4f8376524b9faea381600d3ce34f

Solicitation Number

W912EE26S0005

NAICS Code

336611

Classification Code

J028