Roundabout, Rt 646

The Virginia Department of Transportation is inviting bids for roundabout construction on Route 646 in Prince George County, extending from 0.086 miles east of Route 630 to 0.310 miles north of Route 646, with bids due July 22, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Prequalification is required. This project is federally funded through the Surface Transportation Program (FHWA Number STP-5A27(970)) and is subject to Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wage requirements and DBE participation standards.

The scope encompasses site clearing and grubbing, storm sewer installation (15-inch, 18-inch, and 30-inch by 19-inch elliptical pipes), approximately 2,675 cubic yards of regular excavation and 10,187 cubic yards of borrow excavation, approximately 3,160 tons of asphalt concrete placement across three types, reinforced concrete pavement, curb and gutter installation, water main installation (6-inch through 16-inch diameter piping), erosion control, temporary traffic control, signage, pavement markings, and landscaping including trees, shrubs, and seeding. Work is performed in Prince George County. Contractors must comply with Virginia Department of Transportation 2020 Road and Bridge Specifications and 2022 supplements.

Substantial completion is due August 6, 2027, with a disincentive of $1,350 per calendar day for delays beyond that date. The final project completion date is December 1, 2027. A five percent bid bond is required as a proposal guarantee. Prevailing wage rates are established by the U.S. Department of Labor, including electricians at $36.85 per hour plus $14.13 fringe, truck drivers at $15.53 to $18.25 per hour, and equipment operators and laborers at $12.89 to $24.66 per hour base rates with associated fringe benefits. The contract includes provisions for fuel, steel, and asphalt price adjustments at the contractor's option, with fuel adjustment factors ranging from 0.071 to 3.5 gallons per unit.