Hydrologic and Geomorphic Analysis at Coastal Forest WMA Tract 38

The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources is soliciting competitive bids for a contractor to perform hydrologic and geomorphic analyses and develop a conceptual hydrologic restoration plan for the Coastal Forest Wildlife Management Area Tract 38 in Accomack County, Virginia. The scope of work includes conducting a site assessment, monitoring hydrologic conditions in streams, ditches, and wetlands for up to six months, installing three to four additional monitoring wells, performing LiDAR/DEM evaluation and HEC-RAS 2D modeling, and delivering a final report. The project implementation window is scheduled from October 2026 to July 2027. This solicitation is set aside for DSBSD-certified micro and small businesses, including women-owned and minority-owned enterprises. Award will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder who demonstrates technical capability through a detailed response and provides at least three professional references. Bids must be submitted electronically via the eVA portal by 4:30 p.m. on October 19, 2026, and must remain valid for 30 days. Contractors are required to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including Workers Compensation, Employer Liability of 100,000 dollars, Commercial General Liability of 1 million dollars per occurrence, and Automobile Liability of 1 million dollars. The contract is based on firm unit pricing, with payments for invoices exceeding 5,000 dollars issued within 30 days of performance. Compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, anti-discrimination laws, and E-Verify requirements for employers with more than 50 employees is mandatory.