Design/Build Services for Construction of Wilson House Living Shoreline

The Virginia State and William & Mary are seeking design/build services for the Wilson House Living Shoreline project located in Frederick County. This procurement opportunity, identified by contract number 67dadd5b2624a8145e02e892, focuses on comprehensive shoreline protection and stabilization involving the replacement of an existing dilapidated bulkhead and groin. The primary project objectives include establishing long-term shore protection, creating safe water access for Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) educational activities, and implementing habitat restoration through a living shoreline approach. Interested contractors must submit their proposals through the William & Mary procurement portal at https://bids.sciquest.com/apps/Router/PublicEvent?CustomerOrg=WilliamMary by the specified due date of April 17, 2025. Bidders are expected to demonstrate technical expertise in coastal engineering, environmental restoration, and design/build construction methodologies relevant to marine and shoreline infrastructure projects.

While specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, potential bidders should be prepared to demonstrate comprehensive qualifications in marine construction and environmental restoration techniques. The project appears to be a specialized procurement requiring advanced technical capabilities in coastal engineering and living shoreline implementation. Potential contractors will likely need to showcase previous experience with similar marine infrastructure projects, environmental restoration efforts, and design/build construction approaches. Although a specific budget range is not specified, the complexity of the project suggests a significant investment in shoreline stabilization and habitat restoration. Prospective bidders should carefully review all supplemental documentation available through the William & Mary procurement portal to fully understand the project's technical specifications, submission requirements, and evaluation criteria.