Engineering Design, Permitting, and Construction Documents for Removal of the Woodstock Dam (NID #171004)

The Town of Woodstock, Virginia, is soliciting proposals for a qualified engineering and design firm to manage the assessment, hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, permitting, and creation of construction documents for the removal of the Woodstock Dam on Little Stoney Creek. This design-only project focuses on safely removing the structure and restoring the stream channel, floodplain, and associated habitat. Key deliverables include existing-conditions graphics, hydraulic models using HEC-RAS for various storm events, dam-safety documentation, and detailed design plans for a commemorative sign. The project must adhere to the Virginia Impounding Structure Regulations and a Memorandum of Agreement with the Virginia State Historic Preservation Office and the US Forest Service to mitigate effects on historic properties. The procurement follows a competitive negotiation procedure under Virginia law, where proposals are ranked based on qualifications and experience (40%), project approach (35%), and schedule and capacity (25%). Cost and fee information are excluded from initial proposals and will be negotiated as a not-to-exceed fee with the most qualified offeror. Critical constraints include a seasonal restriction on tree and structure removal from November 16 through March 31 annually. Eligible firms must have been in continuous operation for at least five years, possess all necessary Virginia licenses, and demonstrate specific expertise in dam removal and floodplain restoration. Proposals are due by September 25, 2026, and must be submitted via eVA or sealed delivery.