Monument Signs to Commemorate Four Historic African American Communities

This contract involves the construction of monument signs to honor four historic African American communities within Virginia Beach, specifically in the Burton Station, Queen City, Beechwood, and New Light neighborhoods. The project requires the fabrication and installation of signs featuring precast concrete faces mounted on brick veneer foundations, with brick columns on each end topped by precast caps. Each sign will prominently display the community name using projected-mount cast bronze lettering. The contractor is responsible for submitting all necessary documentation to secure a Row permit, which the City will pay for directly. The project budget ranges from $100,000 to $300,000, and the work must be completed in accordance with provided sign details, renderings, location plans, and supplemental specifications. The solicitation was posted on May 14, 2024, with a response deadline of June 14, 2024. The project is managed by the City of Virginia Beach, under the NAICS code 238120, which pertains to construction services. The primary point of contact is Danielle Brandao Lacerda, reachable via email or phone. The contract aims to commemorate these historic communities through durable, visually impactful signage, contributing to the city’s cultural heritage recognition efforts.