Brandon Ave Water Distribution System Improvements - Phase 1

Western Virginia Water Authority is requesting sealed bids for Brandon Avenue Water Distribution System Improvements — Phase 1, a water-line replacement project in Roanoke, Virginia, with bids due November 4, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. and a non-mandatory pre-bid conference on October 21, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. via Webex with optional in-person attendance.

The base bid scope covers replacement of approximately 6,160 feet of existing water line with new 12-inch and 6-inch water lines, installation of new service connections, valve installations, fire hydrant assemblies, air release assemblies, and pavement restoration. The 11 line-item bid includes estimated quantities of 6,000 linear feet of 12-inch water line, 65 linear feet of 8-inch water line, 35 linear feet of 6-inch water line, 77 residential service connections, 9 fire hydrant installations, and related appurtenances. Pricing is submitted on a unit-price basis; total bid price is calculated by multiplying estimated quantities by contractor unit prices.

Contractors must provide evidence of Virginia business authorization, state contractor licensing, and lists of proposed subcontractors for specialized work including directional drilling, boring, jacking, slip-lining, and asphalt or concrete installation. Compliance with City of Roanoke Right-of-Way Excavation Permits, Virginia Department of Transportation Land Use Permits, and Army Corps of Engineers Nationwide Permits (where applicable) is required. The contract incorporates Western Virginia Regional Design and Construction Standards and the Water Authority's Annual Standards and Specifications for Erosion and Sediment Control.

Substantial completion is required within 150 calendar days and final completion within 180 calendar days after contract commencement. Liquidated damages are $1,000 per day for delays beyond substantial completion and $800 per day beyond final completion. Bid security in the form of a penal sum bid bond is required. The successful bidder must provide performance and payment bonds within 15 days of Notice of Award. Progress payments are made monthly at 95 percent of completed work value with 5 percent retained.