IFB #27-02 Smithfield High School Welding Lab Renovations

Isle of Wight County Public Schools is soliciting lump sum bids for the interior renovation of a 3,574 square foot one-story space within the Career and Technology Building at Smithfield High School in Smithfield, Virginia. The project scope includes the construction of a welding lab, classroom, storage space, and gender-specific locker rooms, encompassing demolition, interior build-out, finishes, and minor exterior wall and site improvements. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with a bid deadline of September 29, 2026, and a substantial completion target of January 8, 2027. The contractor must adhere to the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and ADA standards, providing all necessary labor, materials, and supervision. Key requirements include the submission of a quality-control plan within 10 days of the notice to proceed and the provision of performance and payment bonds equal to 100 percent of the contract price. Additionally, the contractor must certify that all personnel having direct contact with students have passed required background checks. Liquidated damages for delays are estimated between 300 and 500 dollars per day. Payment is processed via notarized applications for payment and requires the submission of mechanic's lien waivers from all subcontractors and suppliers.