IFB 027-002 Woodbridge Station East Elevator Modernization

Virginia Railway Express is requesting bids to modernize the east elevator in the parking garage at Woodbridge Station in Woodbridge, Virginia under IFB 027-002, with bids due October 22, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. ET and a pre-bid meeting and site visit on September 30, 2026 at 10:00 A.M. ET. The project is federally funded through FTA grants and subject to Davis-Bacon prevailing wage determination requirements, Buy America compliance, and a DBE participation goal of 0.0%.

The scope is modernization of a single elevator serving five floors within the parking garage. Contractors must comply with comprehensive technical specifications covering elevator equipment, controls, safety systems, and installation standards. Work must be completed within 180 consecutive calendar days from Notice-To-Proceed, with work hours restricted to 7:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. ET, Monday through Friday, unless advance written approval is granted. Liquidated damages of $1,000 per day apply for delays beyond the completion deadline.

VRE requires submission of a Site Specific Safety Plan within ten calendar days of Notice of Intent to Award and strict compliance with VRE Safety & Security Guidelines, including Roadway Worker Protection training certifications under 49 CFR Part 214 for all contractor employees and submission of certified personnel lists. All contractor personnel must complete VRE's online safety and security orientation video prior to mobilization.

The contract will be awarded on a firm-fixed-unit-price basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Bidders must submit a five percent bid bond guarantee and, upon apparent low bid, provide Performance and Payment Bonds each equal to 100 percent of contract value. An allowance of $150,000 is provided for unforeseen elevator conditions, accessible only with written VRE authorization and subject to a five percent maximum markup. Price escalation is not permitted. Bids must be submitted electronically through Virginia's eVA portal in PDF format. Written questions are due October 8, 2026 at 4:00 P.M. ET. Bidders must maintain Virginia contractor licensing throughout performance and provide references demonstrating relevant experience.