City of Radford is seeking bids for Contaminated Soil Removal on a previous Foundry site.

The City of Radford's Economic Development Authority (EDA) is seeking sealed bids for a comprehensive contaminated soil removal project at the former Radford Foundry site located at 1605 West Main Street in Virginia. The procurement involves excavation, transportation, and disposal of approximately 415 tons of contaminated soil from a 0.77-acre area within Exposure Area B, with primary contaminants including lead, PCBs, and arsenic. Key project deliverables include implementing erosion and sediment control measures, removing both non-hazardous (40 tons) and RCRA hazardous soils (375 tons), backfilling with 1,315 tons of clean soil, placing a protective vegetated soil cover, and applying permanent seeding across 3,600 square yards. Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of five years of experience in hazardous waste removal projects, with at least five completed similar projects, and all personnel must be certified under 29 CFR 1910.120 and 29 CFR 1928 standards. The bid is due on November 26, 2024, at 12:00 PM local time, with project completion required before January 5, 2025, and potential liquidated damages of $500 per day for late completion. Evaluation criteria will include price, bid conformity, contractor experience, personnel qualifications, mobilization capability, and safety record.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. Contractors must be authorized to transact business in Virginia and may be subject to funding requirements associated with potential American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grants. Insurance requirements are stringent, including Workers Compensation, General Liability ($1M per occurrence, $2M aggregate), Automobile Liability ($1M), and Contractor's Pollution Liability ($1M per occurrence). While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project appears to be funded through grant sources, with the EDA reserving the right to negotiate with the lowest responsible bidder if submitted bids exceed available funds. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the comprehensive scope of work involving hazardous soil removal, extensive site remediation, and strict environmental compliance suggests a significant project investment. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with careful consideration of technical capabilities and compliance with environmental regulations.