Pedestrian Footbridge

The state of Virginia, specifically through Halifax County and Arlington CDP, is seeking a contractor to construct a pedestrian footbridge at Poor Farm Park located in Ashland, VA. The project, identified by contract opportunity ID 681e06a3ca27a8f0420715d2, requires a comprehensive bridge construction effort following precise attached drawings and specifications. The solicitation was posted on May 9, 2025, with proposals due by May 23, 2025, indicating a relatively tight procurement timeline. Potential bidders will need to demonstrate technical expertise in trail infrastructure construction, with a particular focus on pedestrian bridge engineering and installation. Contractors must carefully review the attached technical specifications and ensure complete compliance with all design and construction requirements for the footbridge at the specified park location.

While the procurement documents do not explicitly outline set-aside designations or vendor restrictions, potential bidders should be prepared to demonstrate relevant construction experience, appropriate licensing, and the technical capability to execute the footbridge project. The contract appears to be a standard public works infrastructure project without specific mentions of disadvantaged business enterprise requirements. No incumbent vendor information or existing infrastructure integration details are provided in the available documentation. Though a specific budget range is not disclosed, similar pedestrian trail infrastructure projects in Virginia typically range from $75,000 to $250,000, depending on bridge complexity, materials, and site-specific engineering challenges. Interested contractors should carefully review all technical specifications and be prepared to submit comprehensive proposals that address the precise construction requirements outlined in the procurement documents.