LD20260304 - I-81 S-Curves Realignment Mile 166 - Exit 168

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is inviting expressions of interest from engineering consulting firms to provide professional and technical engineering services for the relocation and improvement of Interstate 81 from approximately Mile Marker 166 to Mile Marker 170 in Botetourt County. This project aims to realign the I-81 S-Curves between Mile 166 and Exit 168. The contract value is capped at $15 million, and firms interested in participating must register and submit their interest via the Bid Express platform by 2:00 p.m. on March 25, 2026. All solicitation documents, updates, and inquiries are managed exclusively through Bid Express, ensuring transparent communication with all potential offerors. This solicitation reflects VDOT's commitment to non-discrimination under Title VI and emphasizes the use of official electronic channels for all communications and document exchanges. The place of performance for this contract is Salem, Virginia, and the key point of contact for this solicitation is Dillion Smith. Interested parties should note the procedural requirements, including registration on Bid Express, no-cost access to solicitation documents, and submission of questions through the platform’s Q&A section to receive published responses. The project represents a significant infrastructure improvement effort focused on enhancing safety and traffic flow along a critical segment of I-81.