Christopher Shores Drainage Improvements (Phase II)

The City of Newport News, Virginia is requesting bids on the Christopher Shores Drainage Improvements (Phase II) project under IFB, with bids due July 31, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. and questions due July 15, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. SWaM (Small, Women-Owned, Minority-Owned) business participation is encouraged to the greatest extent possible.

The scope encompasses replacement of an aged stormwater system and installation of new stormwater infrastructure within the Christopher Shores residential area. Work includes reinforced concrete pipe (RCP) installation in diameters from 15 inches to 48 inches totaling approximately 9,304 linear feet; ductile iron pipe (DIP) installation; precast concrete manholes; curb drop inlets; pavement and surface restoration; traffic control; fencing removal and replacement; tree removal and protection; erosion and sediment control; and Newport News Waterworks betterment work including water service transfers. The project comprises 32 bid items. Substantial completion is required within 730 days; final completion within 30 additional days thereafter. Liquidated damages are $2,500 per calendar day for delays beyond substantial completion and $1,250 per calendar day for delays beyond final completion.

Bidders must possess at least five years of experience in sanitary, storm, water, and roadway construction. The assigned site superintendent must have ten years of relevant experience with a minimum of three years of municipal or VDOT work. Contractors are required to obtain Virginia contractor licensing and comply with Hampton Roads Planning District Commission Regional Construction Standards (Sixth Edition, June 2016) as modified by Newport News standards.

Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on total bid price. Bidders must submit a bid bond equal to 5% of the bid amount, a performance bond of 100%, and a payment bond of 100%. Mobilization costs may not exceed 8% of the total bid amount. Bids are submitted through the City's e-Procurement Portal. Insurance requirements, including liability coverage and workers' compensation protection with specific endorsements, must be provided within seven days of award.