US Army Corps of Engineers, Los Angeles District, P.O. Box 2711, Los Angeles, CA 90053-2325

Y -- LOWER SANTA ANA RIVER CHANNEL, MARSH RESTORATION, PHASE 2 AND PHASE 3, ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA SOL DACW09-96-B-0002 DUE 121495 POC Plans and specifications 213-894-5638. Project consists of marsh restoration in three parts totaling approximately 50 acres. Part I consists of planting salt marsh vegetation (Pacific Cordgrass and Pickleweed) on approximately 7 acres of the North marsh. This includes clearing, grubbing and disposal of any rudural species in the area. Part II located in the South marsh (approximately 40 acres), consists of selective clearing and grubbing of identified exotic specimens, removal of garbage and debris, replanting of salt marsh vegetation. Part III consists of planting coastal sage scrub in areas between North and South marsh, approximately 2.5 acres. SIC Code is 1629, Heavy Construction, Except Dredging, N.E.C., $17M average annual gross revenue for the last three (3) fiscal years. The estimated cost range is $100,000 - $250,000. Plans and specifications will be available on or about November 14, 1995 at a cost of $8.00 bound-in half-size dwgs w/spec and $12.00 full-size dwgs w/spec--non-refundable. All responsible sources may submit an offer. Small and disadvantaged firms ar encouraged to participate as Prime Contractors or as members of joint ventures with other small businesses. In addition, all interested contractors are reminded that the successful contractor will be expected to place subcontracts to the maximum practicable extent with small and disadvantaged firms in accordance with the provisions of Public Law 95-507. Any contract awarded under this solicitation shall be made pursuant to Public Law 100-656, Small Business Competitiveness Demonstration Program. (0303)

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