Lynchburg Heritage Park Phase 1

The City of Lynchburg is requesting sealed bids for IFB 2027-013 Lynchburg Heritage Park Phase 1, a municipal construction project with bids due August 27, 2026 at 3:00 p.m., and an optional pre-bid conference on August 4, 2026 at the site.

Phase 1 scope includes demolition of existing asphalt and concrete surfaces, rough grading, stormwater management systems (BMPs, inlets, underground piping, and detention basins), erosion and sediment control measures, new concrete walks and stairs with handrails, a new parking lot with curb and gutter, a new meadow area, new electrical conduit and connections, and new stabilized turf. The contractor must hold a current Virginia Class A Contractor's License and demonstrate at least five years of experience in similar municipal work.

The contract term is 120 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, commencing within ten days of issuance. Liquidated damages are assessed at $250.00 per day for delays. Bids must be submitted as a lump sum price with bid security equal to five percent of the base bid amount, provided as a certified check or bid bond. The successful bidder must execute performance and payment bonds in the amount of 100 percent of the base bid within ten days of award. Partial monthly payments are made based on certified estimates with five percent retainage held until project completion. Final payment is made within ninety days after submission of evidence that all payrolls, material bills, and project costs have been paid in full and work has been accepted by the Owner.

Submittals required include Statement of Experience, Statement of Available Resources, Equal Opportunity Report Statement, and Corporate Status Form. Written clarification requests are due August 20, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. to Matt Marsteller, CPPB, Senior Contract Specialist. Bid opening is scheduled for August 27, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. with a live video/audio conference link available. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive informalities, and negotiate with the lowest responsive bidder if the bid exceeds available funds.