Lynnhaven River Basin Ecosystem Restoration, Phase 1 – Wetland Habitat Restoration Project

This solicitation seeks wetland habitat restoration services for the Lynnhaven River Basin Ecosystem Restoration project in Phase 1. The Department of the Army Corps of Engineers Engineering District Norfolk is procuring the restoration and enhancement of tidal wetlands adjacent to two locations in Virginia Beach. The scope of work includes treating and removing invasive vegetation, soil removal and grading to improve hydrology, and establishing native plant species and wetland habitat. The magnitude of construction is estimated between $5 million to $10 million. Bids were due by September 16, 2020 and will be evaluated based on price, technical approach, and past performance.

There is no set-aside designation for this opportunity. The primary NAICS code is 237990 and PSC code is R499. Continental Heavy Civil Corp had the lowest bid at $7,247,748 to complete the work within a 730 calendar day performance period in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Liquidated damages are $1,252 per calendar day of delay. Four contractors submitted bids that ranged from $2,995,500 to $7,247,748 to restore the wetlands over multiple line items such as invasive species treatment, earthwork, and native planting options.