PLA Survey - Iowa River Basin, Cedar River, Cedar Rapids, IA, Cedar Rapids Flood Risk Management Project, Reach 2 Phase 2 Downtown

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Rock Island District is conducting a market‑research “PLA Survey” to gauge industry experience and opinions regarding the use of a Project Labor Agreement (PLA) on a large‑scale flood‑risk management construction project in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The project involves constructing concrete floodwalls, stoplog structures, swing gates, related foundations, utilities, storm‑sewer work, sidewalks, paving, lighting, and retaining walls. Respondents are asked to provide information on prior PLA usage, labor availability, schedule constraints, cost impacts, and whether they would bid if a PLA were required. The survey is a sources‑sought notice; no proposals are being accepted at this stage. Responses must be emailed by 12:00 PM CST on September 11, 2026. • Project: Cedar Rapids Flood Risk Management – Reach 2 Phase 2 (downtown) • Scope: Heavy civil construction (floodwalls, foundations, utilities, pavement, lighting, retaining structures) • Estimated total contract value: $35 million + (large‑scale, PLA‑eligible) • Purpose of notice: Collect industry data on PLA experience, labor market, scheduling, and cost impacts; determine interest in bidding. • Required response: Email survey answers to Samantha Johanson by 12 PM CST, 11 Sep 2026. • No formal bid or award process is initiated at this time.