B36_2027 PEDESTRIAN SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS

The Virginia Department of Transportation is soliciting bids under IFB-129888 for pedestrian safety improvements on Route 1520 in Campbell County, Lynchburg District. The project scope covers the area from 0.256 miles west of Bee Drive to 0.209 miles east of Bee Drive and includes the installation of concrete pipes, end sections, and accessible pedestrian signals equipment. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with a submission deadline of November 18, 2026. Performance is subject to strict quality and regulatory standards, including the Buy America Act, the Davis-Bacon Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contractors must adhere to VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications and the Virginia Work Area Protection Manual. A financial incentive of 1,000 dollars per calendar day, capped at 29,000 dollars, is available for completing all work, including signal burn-in and landscaping, before December 1, 2027. While the DBE goal is set at 0 percent, the use of certified Small, Women-owned, and Minority-owned businesses is encouraged. Compliance requirements include providing certifications regarding debarment and suspension, maintaining a drug-free workplace, and adhering to OT cybersecurity standards for electronic signage.