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This Subcontract opportunity from Virginia was posted on May 21, 2024. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

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This subcontract, issued by the Virginia Department of Transportation, focuses on the delivery of critical technical documentation for a panel bridge project. The scope of work requires the development of comprehensive operations and maintenance manuals, detailed parts lists, warranty documentation, and as-built drawings that accurately reflect the final installation configuration. The opportunity was posted on May 21, 2024, with a response deadline of June 3, 2024. Classified under NAICS code 541330, the contract ensures that all final engineering and installation details are properly recorded for the long-term management and upkeep of the infrastructure.

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Agency

Virginia Department of Transportation

NAICS

541330 - Engineering Services

Place of Performance

VA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

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158922 - NOVA District - 80' Panel Bridge

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Develop operations and maintenance manuals, parts lists, warranties, and as-built drawings reflecting final installation configuration for the panel bridge.

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