Design-Build Route 58 Vesta (Contract ID# C00017537DB120)

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is seeking Statements of Qualifications for a Design-Build procurement for the Route 58 Vesta Project located in Patrick County, Virginia. The contract (ID# C00017537DB120) requires qualified respondents with extensive design and construction experience in highway facilities. The project involves constructing a four-lane divided roadway approximately 4.5 miles long, spanning from west of Mabry Mill Road to east of the Cloudbreak Road intersection. Key deliverables include comprehensive roadway development, structure and bridge construction, with a specific requirement to replace the existing bridge over the Dan River. Required work encompasses multiple technical domains such as survey, environmental assessment, geotechnical analysis, hydraulics, drainage, traffic control, transportation management, right-of-way coordination, utility management, and public relations. The Request for Qualifications (RFQ) is currently open, with submissions due by July 31, 2024, and interested parties are directed to submit any questions or clarifications to Joseph Clarke, P.E. via email at joseph.clarke@vdot.virginia.gov. Complete RFQ documentation and submittal requirements can be accessed through Bid Express (bidexpress.com).

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the procurement notice, the complexity of the project suggests a need for highly specialized engineering and construction firms with demonstrated highway infrastructure experience. The design-build nature of the contract implies that prime contractors must possess integrated design and construction capabilities, potentially favoring larger, more comprehensive engineering firms. No incumbent vendors are mentioned, and no specific budget range is provided in the solicitation. The project's substantial scope, involving 4.5 miles of roadway and bridge replacement, suggests a significant capital investment typical of major transportation infrastructure projects. Potential respondents should be prepared to demonstrate comprehensive qualifications in highway design, environmental compliance, construction management, and multi-disciplinary engineering capabilities. Interested firms should carefully review the full RFQ on Bid Express to understand the complete technical, administrative, and qualification requirements for this substantial transportation infrastructure project in Patrick County.