ITB # SOL1125, Riverland Road - Sidewalk/Greenway Connection

The state and local contract opportunity, identified as ITB # SOL1125, is a construction procurement issued by Roanoke County and Roanoke City in Virginia, focusing on a comprehensive infrastructure improvement project along Riverland Road. The primary objective is to construct a sidewalk/greenway trail connecting the current trail terminus near the intersection of Riverland Road and Garden City Boulevard to the existing Mill Mountain Trailhead. The project encompasses multiple critical infrastructure components, including drainage improvements, bio-retention best management practices (BMP), water line replacement, and full reconstruction of the Mill Mountain Trailhead. The procurement will take place within existing variable right-of-way and AEP right-of-way, with the invitation to bid (ITB) posted on May 30, 2025, and a firm submission deadline of June 24, 2025. Potential bidders should carefully review the detailed specifications and be prepared to demonstrate technical capability to execute a complex multi-faceted infrastructure development project involving trail construction, utility upgrades, and environmental management systems.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, contractors should anticipate standard municipal procurement requirements potentially involving local or small business preferences. The project's scope suggests a sophisticated engineering and construction capability will be required, likely necessitating demonstrated experience in municipal infrastructure development, trail construction, and utility replacement. The contract appears to be a comprehensive public works project, which might involve substantial investment, though precise budget ranges are not specified in the available information. Interested contractors should be prepared to provide comprehensive technical proposals demonstrating expertise in civil engineering, landscape construction, utility infrastructure, and environmental management practices. Given the project's location spanning Roanoke County and Roanoke City, familiarity with local regulatory environments and municipal infrastructure standards will likely be advantageous in the bidding process.