L89 _ 2024 SGR - bridge superstructure replacement

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is seeking bids for a bridge superstructure replacement project located in Mathews County, specifically on Route 14 from 0.9 miles west of Route 3 to 0.9 miles east of Route 3. The project, identified as L89 _ 2024 SGR, requires comprehensive bridge reconstruction work including clearing and grubbing, excavation, erosion control, paving, concrete and steel bridge work, railing installation, guardrail placement, signage, pavement markings, and landscaping. Prequalification is mandatory for all bidding contractors, and all questions must be submitted through VDOT's Contractors Advertisement Bulletin Board (CABB). The bid submission deadline is November 20, 2024, at 10:00 AM, with a project completion date set for June 8, 2026. The contract will be funded through the NHPP-0576(039) federal-aid program and is subject to federal Davis-Bacon prevailing wage requirements.

The procurement includes specific Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation requirements, mandating that contractors document subcontractor solicitation and utilization. Bidders must meet DBE participation goals and provide comprehensive vendor information during the proposal process. The contract includes optional price adjustment provisions for fuel, asphalt, and steel to accommodate market fluctuations. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the bridge replacement project suggests a significant infrastructure investment. The award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with evaluation criteria focusing on technical capability, compliance with specifications, and meeting DBE participation objectives. Contractors will need to demonstrate technical competence, financial stability, and the ability to execute a complex bridge reconstruction project within the specified timeframe.