Phase I - Design-Build Services for 305 East Piccadilly Street

The Winchester Economic Development Authority is soliciting proposals from qualified design-build contractors for Phase I design and preconstruction services for a two-family residential structure at 305 East Piccadilly Street in Winchester, Virginia, with Phase 1 proposals due November 12, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.

This is a two-phase evaluation process. Phase 1 proposals advance the top two design-build teams to Phase 2 by December 3, 2026. Phase 2 detailed proposals including cost, schematic designs, and project schedules are due January 21, 2027, with contract award anticipated February 19, 2027. The procurement is governed by the Virginia Public Procurement Act.

Phase 1 scope covers design, site feasibility analysis, code and zoning review, constructability analysis, preliminary cost estimating, utility coordination, and preconstruction services. The project involves a two-story structure containing two independent dwelling units with approximately 2,570 total heated square feet, three bedrooms and two full bathrooms per unit. The project must comply with all applicable zoning regulations, building codes, and local ordinances, with completion targeted by September 30, 2027. Contractors must demonstrate five years of experience with similar projects and provide performance and payment bonds.

The guaranteed maximum price for the complete project, inclusive of design and construction of the two-family residential structure and all site work, is $550,000. The contract term is one year from the date of award, with the City reserving the right to cancel without penalty upon ten days' written notice.

Phase 1 evaluation emphasizes design-build team experience and qualifications (50 points), qualifications of assigned project managers (30 points), capacity to complete on schedule (10 points), and overall proposal quality (10 points). Phase 2 evaluation focuses on design and specifications quality (25 points), guaranteed maximum price (25 points), project schedule (25 points), and exterior appearance complementing the neighborhood (25 points). Questions are due November 5, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Property tours are available upon request.