Riverwalk, Phase III

The Town of Bridgewater is requesting sealed bids for construction of Riverwalk, Phase III, a VDOT-funded Transportation Alternatives project extending the Riverwalk east from Edgebriar Park to Hatcher Drive with installation of a permeable paver shared-use path, with bids due July 30, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. and questions due July 20, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.

The project is a federal aid project subject to VDOT prevailing wage requirements, Build America Buy America Act compliance, and DBE (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise) requirements. Bidders must be prequalified with VDOT and submit a current Certificate of Qualifications.

The scope encompasses 32 line items including mobilization, construction survey, maintenance of traffic, pavement demolition, curb and gutter installation, sidewalk and asphalt concrete, drainage infrastructure, permeable paver trail installation (625 square yards), thermoplastic paint line markings, signage, erosion control, and seeding. All work references 2020 VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications and AASHTO standards. The project spans approximately 518 linear feet with 0.37 acres of disturbance. Addendum 1 specifies that existing pavers are Belgard Eco-Bay II (80mm) in James River color; since that color is discontinued, bidders must select pavers matching existing installations and submit samples for Town approval before material ordering. Addendum 2 revised thermoplastic paint line marking specifications (Item 704SD20-0016 at 6 inches, 46 linear feet; Item 704SD20-0017 at 24 inches, 90 linear feet).

All work must be completed within 180 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, anticipated September 2026. Bidders must submit 5% bid security (cashier's check, certified check, or surety bond) and, upon award, provide 100% Performance and Labor & Materials Payment Bonds. Insurance requirements include $1,000,000 combined general liability with $2,000,000 aggregate, statutory workers' compensation, and $1,000,000 automobile liability. Monthly progress payments are made per VDOT Road & Bridge Specifications, with mobilization split 50% on first invoice and 50% on final invoice. If any bid item exceeds 10% of estimated quantity, the Town may renegotiate pricing. A pre-bid meeting is strongly encouraged (not mandatory) for July 15, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Bridgewater Community Center. Alexander M. Wilmer is Contract Administrator. The award goes to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.