B35_2027 BRIDGE REHABILITATION

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is soliciting bids under solicitation IFB-129890 for the B35_2027 Bridge Rehabilitation project. Located in Pulaski County, Virginia, the scope of work involves preventative and restorative maintenance to structure 14600, specifically spanning from 0.40 miles on Interstate Route 693 to 1.65 miles on Interstate Route 670. Key activities include expansion joint repairs, reconstruction, zone coating, and the placement of joint sealers. The project requires adherence to the 2016 VDOT Road and Bridge Standards and the 2020 Road and Bridge Specifications. Prequalification is required for bidders, and all inquiries must be submitted via the Contractors Advertisement Bulletin Board (CABB). The contract includes stringent compliance requirements, including the Davis-Bacon Act for prevailing wages, the Build America, Buy America Act (BABA) for domestic material sourcing, and various civil rights and accessibility mandates such as the Americans with Disabilities Act and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. Environmental protections are also highlighted, specifically regarding the protection of bat species. Bidders must provide performance and payment bonds and are encouraged to utilize certified Small, Women-owned, and Minority-owned (SWaM) businesses and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE). Proposals are due by 3:00 PM on November 18, 2026. Technical deliverables include a concrete removal plan and the maintenance of temporary erosion and siltation control devices, with the Engineer serving as the primary point of contact for project scheduling and quality acceptance.