Animal Cancer Research Center ICU Renovation

The contract solicits bids for the complete renovation of canine run rooms G353 and G354 at the Animal Cancer Research Center of Virginia Tech, transforming these spaces into an open floorplan intermediate care facility dedicated to servicing small animals. This project involves architectural and construction work under NAICS code 236220, aligned with commercial and institutional building construction. The procurement is structured as a lump sum Invitation for Bid (IFB) with an estimated contract value between $500,000 and $1,500,000. The bid period opens on November 12, 2025, and closes on December 18, 2025, with sealed bids accepted until December 19, 2025. The renovation must comply with the detailed requirements outlined in referenced attachments, including a project manual and architectural drawings, though no specific federal acquisition clauses, regulations, or standard contract terms are explicitly stated in the accessible solicitation documents. Evaluation of bids will follow a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology typical of IFB procurements, focusing primarily on the lowest responsive and responsible bid without qualitative trade-offs. No detailed evaluation criteria, inspection standards, packaging or marking requirements, or contract administration details such as payment or invoicing procedures are provided in the public documentation. The sole point of contact for the solicitation is Deirdre Curry of Virginia Tech. The contract documentation lacks explicit terms regarding inspection and acceptance, period of performance, shipping instructions, or representations and certifications. All technical and procedural specifics, including construction standards, schedules, and submission protocols, are presumed to be contained within the attached project manual and drawings.