Opportunity
Columbia Ionwave #BID002-26-27-KDD-FEMA
Columbia Canal Embankment Repair Services – Site 4
Posted
July 01, 2026
Respond By
August 26, 2026
Identifier
BID002-26-27-KDD-FEMA
NAICS
237990, 237110, 238910
This opportunity involves major infrastructure repair services for the City of Columbia's canal system: - Government Buyer: - City of Columbia, Department of Procurement and Contracts - Scope of Work: - Canal embankment repair services at Site 4 of the Columbia Canal (approx. 3.1 miles) - Includes toe and slope repairs, removal and replacement of the canal dike, forebay repairs at the historic Pumphouse, spillway structure repairs, dewatering facilities, site clearing, construction and removal of temporary cofferdams, grading, slope protection, asphalt walking path, grassing, and replacement of existing lights and benches - Restoration of drinking water intake and hydroelectric power generation capabilities - Compliance and Requirements: - Must comply with federal funding provisions (FEMA), environmental and historic preservation requirements, and obtain all necessary permits (CWA 401, 402, 404) - Adherence to best management practices for environmental protection, including work in floodplains, wetlands, and areas with potential cultural resources - Bonding, insurance, and affirmative action goals (DBE and LBE participation) required - Bidders must be licensed general contractors registered with the South Carolina Secretary of State and SAM.gov - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named in the solicitation - Notable: Liquidated damages of $2,500 per day for delays beyond completion dates
Description
This solicitation is an Invitation for Bids for canal embankment repair services at Site 4 in Columbia, South Carolina. The project scope includes repairing damaged components of the Columbia Canal facility to restore full drinking water intake capabilities and hydroelectric power generation. Work involves removing emergency protective measures, repairing the hydroelectric plant, spillway, embankments, and reconstructing the lower canal embankment including reshaping the canal channel. Bidders are encouraged to review multiple attachments including environmental assessments and participate in a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit.