New Point Comfort Natural Area Preserve Observation Deck Reconstruction

The Middle Peninsula Planning District Commission (MPPDC) is soliciting bids for the demolition and reconstruction of the public observation deck at the New Point Comfort Natural Area Preserve in Mathews County, Virginia. The project requires qualified firms to obtain necessary permits, demolish the existing walkway, and reconstruct the observation deck within the same footprint to minimize environmental impacts. Key deliverables include replacing pilings, decking, and railings while ensuring compliance with the 2010 Americans with Disabilities Act Standards for Accessible Design. The reconstruction aims to address damage from storm-driven flooding, wave activity, and shoreline erosion to the approximately 30-year-old structure. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 25, 2024, from 9:00-9:30 AM EST at the project site, with bids due by October 8, 2024, at 4:00 PM EST. Bidders are encouraged to propose creative, cost-effective solutions and may submit up to three alternative construction approaches using different materials such as composite decking or salt-treated lumber. The project must be completed by February 28, 2025, and all materials must comply with the Build America Buy America Act.

The procurement does not specify any specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. The current available funding for the project is $160,000, sourced from a combination of a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) grant and Mathews Rotary Club contributions. No incumbent vendors are mentioned in the documentation. The MPPDC is open to alternative proposals that could potentially complete the work within the existing budget and is actively seeking additional funding sources. The contract will be awarded to the most responsive and responsible bidder who can effectively meet the project requirements and potentially propose innovative solutions to address the observation deck reconstruction. Bidders must demonstrate the ability to obtain necessary permits, manage demolition and reconstruction, and ensure the final structure meets accessibility and durability standards while working within the specified budget constraints.