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Marine Scrap Metal Removal Using Hopper Barge

GSA > U.S. ArmySol: 2-1-QSC-S-26-002
FFP
est. $15K – $45K

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The General Services Administration is conducting a lump-sum sale of over 300 long tons of government-owned scrap metal for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Pittsburgh District. The purchaser must provide hopper barges, tug services, and all logistics for removal from the Pittsburgh waterfront facility. A mandatory site inspection is required for all bidders.

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Scope & Requirements

Removal of approximately 300+ long tons of mixed scrap metal using hopper barges from a waterfront facility.

Deliverables

  • Appendix A
  • Standard Form 114

Evaluation Criteria

  1. Sealed Bid

Contract Details

Contract Typei
FFP
Estimated Value
est. $15K – $45K
Similar contracts award $3K to $22K (median $9K, 17 awards)Above typical range
NAICS Codes
Place of Performance
Pittsburgh, PA, USA

Agency & Contact

Contracting Organization

Agency
GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
Sub-Agency
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Pittsburgh District
Office
FEDERAL ACQUISITION SERVICE /FAS/GSS/QSCA, MULTIPLE AWARD SCHEDULE CONTRACTING DIVISION

Point of Contact

John A. Smith
Contracting Officer
(202) 555-0100

Key Dates

Published14d ago
Jul 10, 2026
IFB Issuance14d ago
Jul 10, 2026
Became Solicitation13d ago
Jul 10, 2026
Tracked
Last Updated11d ago
Jul 12, 2026
Deadline for Questionsin 14d
Aug 7, 2026
Bid Submission Deadlinein 17d
Aug 10, 20265:00 PM Central Time
Response Duein 18d
Aug 10, 2026
Public Bid Openingin 19d
Aug 12, 2026TBD
Via Google Meet
Anticipated Noticein 21d
Aug 14, 2026

Description

Marine Scrap Metal Removal by Hopper Barge – U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Pittsburgh District This lot consists of an estimated 300+ Long Tons of Government-owned scrap metals located at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers waterfront facility, 3500 Grand Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15225. The property consists primarily of: Plate and Structural Steel (P&S) No. 1 Heavy Melting Steel (HMS #1) Fabricated steel components and structural assemblies Aluminum Mixed ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metals Scrap containing incidental foreign

attachments such as wood, rubber, fasteners, hardware, and other non-metallic materials This is a one-time lump-sum sale. Removal of the property is planned to be performed by hopper barge. The Government will load the purchased property directly onto the purchaser’s hopper barge(s) using Government personnel and Government-owned equipment. The purchaser is responsible for providing all barge(s), tug services, marine transportation, labor, equipment, and logistics necessary to complete removal. The approximate heaviest individual piece is estimated to weigh up to 35 tons, and the approximate longest individual piece is estimated to be 62 feet. These dimensions are estimates provided for planning purposes only and are not warranted. Important Dates IFB Issuance: July 10, 2026 Deadline for

Questions: August 7, 2026 Bid Submission Deadline: August 10, 2026, 5:00 PM Central Time Public Bid Opening (Google Meet): August 12, 2026 (Time TBD) Anticipated Notice: August 14, 2026 Mandatory Site Inspection A mandatory site inspection is required prior to bidding. Failure to attend the mandatory site inspection will render a bidder ineligible for award. Bidders are responsible for scheduling their inspection directly with: Jason Shackleford General Supply Specialist (FLO) U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Pittsburgh District 3500 Grand Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15225 Office: (412) 395-7615 Inspection and removal are available Monday through Friday by confirmed appointment only. The facility is closed on Federal holidays. Bid Submission This sale is conducted by sealed bid. Bidders shall submit Appendix A and Standard Form 114 by the bid deadline identified above. Appendix B shall not be submitted with the bid and will be requested only from the apparent successful bidder, if required. CONDITION OF THE PROPERTY IS NOT WARRANTED. PHOTOGRAPHS, ESTIMATES, DESCRIPTIONS, DIMENSIONS, WEIGHTS, AND OTHER REPRESENTATIONS ARE PROVIDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND ARE NOT WARRANTED. Prospective bidders should review the complete Invitation for Bids, all appendices, photographs, maps, and supporting documents before scheduling a site inspection or submitting a bid. GSA Auctions Link: https://gsaauctions.gov/auctions/preview/369285 Jason Shackleford Phone Number (412) 395-7615 Alternative

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