Construction of New Sidewalk with Pedestrian Facilities on Poindexter Street I-464 Overpass

The City of Chesapeake, Virginia, through its Department of Public Works, is soliciting bids for the construction of a new 5-foot-wide sidewalk and associated pedestrian facilities along the south side of Poindexter Street at the I-464 overpass. This project is part of a broader branding and beautification initiative to enhance civic pride and encourage community reinvestment. The scope of work includes connecting existing sidewalks from the South Norfolk Jordan Bridge signal to the intersection of Poindexter Street and Bainbridge Boulevard, installing new pedestrian railing on the I-464 bridge, and adding streetlights. The project must be completed within 460 days from the Notice to Proceed, with all work adhering to VDOT specifications and the provided engineering plans. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with submissions due electronically via the OpenGov portal by 2:00 PM on September 22, 2026. Key requirements include a 5% bid security, 100% performance and payment bonds, and a one-year warranty on all workmanship. Contractors must be VDOT preapproved and comply with federal and state regulations, including the Build America, Buy America Act, DBE program requirements, and prevailing wage rates. Quality assurance will be managed by the City's Project Manager and Construction Engineer, with materials testing following the VDOT LAP Manual. Bidders are encouraged to utilize Small, Women-owned, and Minority-owned (SWaM) businesses.