Dotson Creek Road Landslide

The Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Energy Abandoned Mined Land Repurposing Program is soliciting bids for the Dotson Creek Road Landslide project located in Wise County, Virginia. The procurement involves the reclamation of a landslide directly under VA Route 645, caused by drainage from a pre-law underground mine. Key project deliverables include site preparation, excavation of unstable material, installation of drainage infrastructure, placement of riprap and aggregate for stabilization, underdrain system construction, and site revegetation. The project requires a comprehensive approach to landslide remediation, with 27 specific line items covering materials, labor, and services. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for July 2, 2024, with sealed bids due by July 16, 2024. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with an estimated project duration of 45 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed. Evaluation criteria will focus on total bid price, technical capability, and compliance with project specifications.

The solicitation includes priority consideration for Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity (DSBSD)-certified micro and small businesses, provided their bids are deemed fair and reasonable. Contractors must comply with federal requirements, including the Buy America, Buy American Act, and Davis-Bacon Act, as the project involves federally assisted funding. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the detailed bid schedule and 27-line item breakdown suggest a substantial infrastructure restoration project. Bidders are required to submit a bid bond for bids of $100,000 or more, and payment will be made based on actual units used and verified in the field. The project emphasizes precise unit pricing, with unit prices governing in cases of extension price errors. Prospective bidders should be prepared to provide comprehensive documentation of their capabilities, including experience with similar landslide reclamation and infrastructure rehabilitation projects in challenging geological environments.