A99_2027 SMART SCALE - INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS

The A99_2027 Smart Scale Intersection Improvements project, managed by the Virginia Department of Transportation, involves infrastructure enhancements in Page County, Virginia, specifically from 0.16 miles west to 0.11 miles east of Route 340. The scope of work includes the installation of traffic control hardware such as ATC cabinets, Serial Interface Units, and High-Density Flash Transfer Relays, alongside the installation of signal mast arm poles and mast arms ranging from 30 to 75 feet. Construction must adhere to VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications (2020/2022), VDOT Road and Bridge Standards (2016), and the Virginia Work Area Protection Manual and MUTCD (version 11.0). Key materials include asphalt concrete, aggregate base, and various concrete foundations. Administrative requirements include a drug-free workplace policy and compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act, which mandates specific paid sick leave for employees. The contract emphasizes the use of Small, Women-owned, and Minority-owned (SWaM) businesses and requires strict adherence to Buy America and Build America, Buy America Act (BABA) standards. Network-capable devices must be approved via the Department's Operation Technology Critical Infrastructure list or undergo a cybersecurity review. Financial administration is handled through the AASHTOWare Project Civil Rights and Labor system, with monthly progress estimates scheduled based on the first letter of the contractor's company name. Bids must be submitted electronically via Bidx by December 16, 2026, and require prequalification.