What types of construction projects does NWD prioritize?

NWD focuses heavily on civil works, including dam safety modifications, levee repairs, navigation lock maintenance, and ecosystem restoration projects along major river systems.

Are there specific certifications that help vendors win NWD contracts?

Vendors with specialized heavy civil engineering experience, environmental remediation credentials, and active registrations in the System for Award Management (SAM) are preferred. Small business set-asides are frequently utilized for construction and dredging services.

How does NWD structure its procurement competitions?

NWD often utilizes Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts for recurring maintenance and engineering tasks, alongside firm-fixed-price solicitations for specific construction projects.

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About

Acquisition authority and contracting profile of NWD.

The Northwestern Division (NWD) of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers executes complex civil works and military construction projects across the Columbia and Missouri River basins. Vendors compete for contracts involving large-scale water resource infrastructure, dam maintenance, environmental restoration, and specialized engineering services supporting flood risk management and hydropower operations.

Hierarchy: DEPT OF THE ARMY · DEPT OF DEFENSE.

Contracting officers at this office issue solicitations under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Vendors must be registered in the federal procurement system with a valid CAGE code to receive awards.

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