2027-501-01 Welding Shop

Page County, Virginia, is seeking a design-builder for the construction of a 2,500-square-foot welding shop at the Page County Technical Center. The facility must accommodate one instructor and 20 students, featuring 20 welding stations, equipment storage, a handwashing sink, and a locker area. The scope of work includes constructing a concrete pad, installing a roll-up door, creating a gravel access drive, installing soundproofing, and relocating existing equipment. The project is governed by Virginia Code 2.2-4382 and the County's design-build procedures. The procurement follows a two-phase selection process. In the first phase, the County will evaluate Statements of Qualifications to shortlist at least three qualified offerors. These shortlisted firms will then be invited to submit separate sealed technical and cost proposals in the second phase. The final award will be based on the highest total score combining technical and cost evaluations. The anticipated contract award date is February 17, 2027, with a Statement of Qualifications deadline of November 30, 2026. Contractors must comply with various regulatory standards, including the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Virginia Fair Employment Contracting Act. Key requirements include maintaining insurance authorized by the Virginia State Corporation Commission, providing a drug-free workplace, and prohibiting forced or indentured child labor for contracts exceeding 10,000 dollars. Payment terms are set at 30 days following the receipt of a proper invoice or the final inspection and acceptance of the work, whichever occurs later. Final acceptance requires the contractor to demonstrate that the facility is fully operational and compliant with all applicable codes and specifications.