IFB #27-ODU-03-MRP VHS EVMS Visitor Garage Stair Repairs

This solicitation, issued by Old Dominion University, is an Invitation for Bids for the repair of stair towers and stairwells within the Virginia Health Sciences (VHS) EVMS Visitor Garage located at 600 Gresham Drive in Norfolk, Virginia. The scope of work includes concrete repairs, routing and sealing of cracks and construction joints, sealant joint replacement, expansion joint replacement, miscellaneous metals, and coatings. The project is being awarded on a lump sum basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Key performance milestones include a substantial completion date of January 29, 2027, and a final completion date of February 26, 2027. Bidders must comply with several regulatory and administrative requirements, including registration in the eVA procurement portal and adherence to the Code of Virginia regarding drug-free workplaces and nondiscrimination. The contract is subject to prevailing wage determinations and requires the submission of standard performance and labor/material payment bonds, as well as specific certificates of insurance. Contractors are responsible for quality control, including sounding patched concrete seven days after placement, and must follow strict packaging and storage protocols for materials such as paint and concrete reinforcement. Additionally, respondents must provide data regarding their utilization of small, women-owned, and minority-owned businesses. All bids must be submitted by the deadline of 2:00 PM on September 25, 2026.