Wythe County - Barrett Mill Water Improvements

Wythe County, Virginia is seeking bids for the Barrett Mill Water Improvements Project, a comprehensive water infrastructure enhancement initiative located in the Barrett Mill Road area south of Wytheville. The procurement involves constructing 35,000 linear feet of water mains using 4", 6", and 8" pipes, along with a constant pressure booster station. The project is strategically divided into three distinct divisions: Division I (Grayson Turnpike and Barrett Mill Road), Division II (Eastern Area), and Division III (Booster Station). Bid submissions are scheduled for February 3, 2025, with Divisions I and III bids due at 2:00 pm and Division II bids at 2:30 pm, both to be submitted at the Wythe County Board of Supervisors Chambers. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is set for January 15, 2025, at 10:00 am at Wythe County Offices, providing potential bidders an opportunity to review project details. Bidding documents are available from Peed & Bortz, LLC in Christiansburg, VA, with a $400 deposit per set, of which half is refundable if documents are returned within 10 days after bid receipt.

The project is subject to American Iron and Steel (AIS) requirements, mandating that all iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials be produced in the United States, with an AIS National De Minimis Waiver applicable. Electronic bids can be submitted through www.EVA.virginia.gov, though a hard copy submission is also required. Bidders should note that the project has an expected duration of 365 days, and the owner will announce the total construction budget prior to opening bids for Divisions I and III. The county reserves the right to negotiate with the lowest responsible bidder if submitted bids exceed available funds. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly mentioned, the comprehensive nature of the project suggests that contractors must demonstrate significant technical expertise in water infrastructure development, pressure booster station construction, and compliance with AIS requirements. The project represents a substantial municipal infrastructure investment, though the exact budget range is not disclosed in the available documentation.