CSRM Phase 1A Floodwall Construction - Preload & Wick Drains

The City of Norfolk Department of Public Works is soliciting unit price bids for Project 27012, the Coastal Storm Risk Management Phase 1A Floodwall Construction - Preload and Wick Drains. Located along Water Street from the Berkley Bridge to the proposed Harbor Park Pump Station, the project involves critical ground improvement to prepare for future floodwall construction. The scope of work includes the installation of prefabricated vertical wick drains, pre-drilling, embankment fill, and pervious sand medium. Additionally, the contractor is responsible for installing piezometers and settlement plates for geotechnical monitoring, constructing both temporary and permanent sheet pile walls, and managing site work such as grading, dewatering, and erosion and sediment control. The contract is governed by AIA A201-2017 General Conditions and requires strict adherence to federal and state regulations, including the Davis-Bacon Act for prevailing wages and the Buy American Act for materials. Bidders must submit their proposals by October 29, 2026, accompanied by a bid guarantee of 5 percent of the total bid amount. The City of Norfolk serves as the sole contracting agency for administration and quality assurance, while the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers acts as the Designer of Record. Key requirements include the maintenance of a comprehensive Quality Control program, compliance with USACE EM 385-1-1 safety standards, and the hosting of a partnering session within 45 days of the contract award. Hazardous materials handling must conform to DOT and CFR standards, and invoicing is processed through Wide Area WorkFlow.