260-B5260-007 CM Engineering Lab & Pantry

Northern Virginia Community College is soliciting bids for the demolition and renovation of third-floor offices in the CM Building to create an engineering laboratory classroom and a pantry. The scope of work encompasses architectural, MEP, and fire protection services, with a focus on compliance with ADA standards and NFPA 72 for fire alarm systems. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on financial ability, experience, legal history, and past performance. Bidders must be registered in eVA and submit their proposals by November 5, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. Key requirements include the provision of a Small Business Procurement Plan and the submission of Commonwealth of Virginia Standard Performance and Payment Bonds regardless of the contract amount. Bids exceeding 500,000 dollars require a bid bond equal to 5 percent of the bid amount. The contractor must maintain a drug-free workplace, adhere to prevailing wage rate determinations, and provide a quality-control plan within 10 days of the notice to proceed. Performance milestones include a minimum of 15 days for startup and testing, with no more than 30 days allocated for punch list items and final completion. Payment applications must utilize Form DGS-30-104 and be submitted seven days prior to the due date.