Russell Hall and Tazewell Hall Lab Renovations at Southwest Virginia Community College PC#260-18721. 002

The Virginia Community College System is soliciting sealed bids for the Russell Hall and Tazewell Hall Lab Renovations project at Southwest Virginia Community College in Cedar Bluff, Virginia (Project Code #260-18721-002). This construction procurement encompasses comprehensive renovations to the Tazewell Hall Anatomy Lab and the Russell Hall Immersive Healthcare Lab, including architectural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work across both buildings' second floors. Key deliverables include HVAC system upgrades featuring energy recovery units with demand control ventilation based on CO2 sensors, ductless mini-split systems, new electrical circuits with pop-up tower receptacles, lighting systems with occupancy sensors and dimming controls, emergency eye wash and shower stations, interior finishes including new flooring and ceiling treatments, and casework modifications. The project must comply with the 2021 Virginia Existing Building Code, 2021 Virginia Construction Code, 2021 International Fire Code, 2021 International Building Code, 2020 NFPA 70 National Electrical Code, ADA Title II standards, and the Virginia Energy Conservation Code. Bidders must be registered vendors in eVA, hold a Class A Virginia contractor license (required for contracts exceeding $120,000), submit a Standard Commonwealth Bid Bond (Form CO-10.2) and contract security regardless of bid amount, and comply with prevailing wage requirements established by the Department of Labor and Industry. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for 10:00 A.M. on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at Southwest Virginia Community College in Dickenson Hall, Room 111, with attendance optional but highly recommended. Sealed bids are due by 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, with public opening and reading of bids occurring at 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at the Virginia Community College System offices in Richmond, Virginia. Bids may be submitted electronically through eVA or by mail/hand delivery to Virginia Community College System, Attention: Mrs. Sibyl Roberts, 300 Arboretum Place, Suite 200, Richmond, Virginia 23236.

The procurement documents do not identify specific set-aside designations or restrictions limiting bidder eligibility to particular enterprise categories; however, all contractors must comply with Section 54.1-1103 of the Code of Virginia contractor registration requirements and maintain comprehensive insurance coverage including workers' compensation, general liability, builder's risk, and specialized coverages as detailed in the specifications. Asbestos abatement must be performed by a licensed contractor under a separate contract prior to the general contractor's notice to proceed, as asbestos-containing materials have been identified in Russell Hall; additionally, the contractor is responsible for compliance with Virginia Occupational Safety and Health regulations and proper recycling of lead materials identified in both buildings. The contractor shall process all pay applications and invoices through the Owner's e-Builder web-based project management software at no cost, with project management oversight provided by SWVCC's VCCS Project Manager Mike Wagner and architectural support from T-L architecture firm located in Radford, Virginia. The project duration is specified as 120 consecutive calendar days from the date of Notice to Proceed, with final completion required within 30 days after substantial completion. The bid documents establish a lump-sum contract award structure with potential additive bid items at the Owner's discretion; specific performance and labor/material payment bonds are required for any contract exceeding $500,000. Notice of Award will be posted on the eVA website at https://eva.virginia.gov, and the specific budget or award value for this project is not disclosed in the available procurement documents.