Virginia Zoo - Africa Boardwalk Repairs

The City of Norfolk Department of Public Works is soliciting lump sum bids for Project 24051, involving repairs to the Africa Boardwalk at the Virginia Zoo located at 3500 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA. The scope of work includes structure demolition and the installation of composite decking, to be executed in phases. All work must comply with the International Building Code 2011, Virginia building codes, and the VirginiaZoo_AfricaWalk_PME Set_260603 plan set. The project must be substantially completed within 445 consecutive calendar days from the receipt of the Notice to Proceed. Bids are due by 4:00 PM on November 12, 2026, and must be submitted electronically via the designated procurement portal. Bidders are required to provide a 5% bid bond, and the successful contractor must furnish performance and payment bonds each totaling 100% of the construction price. Award will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with evaluations focusing on non-collusion compliance, debarment status, and criminal history. Bidders must be authorized to transact business in the Commonwealth of Virginia and provide their Virginia Contractor Registration Class and Number. Contractors are responsible for providing quality-control services and submitting a quality-control plan within 10 days of the Notice of Award. The project mandates strict adherence to packaging and storage standards to prevent material deterioration and requires compliance with ADA-ABA Accessibility Guidelines for temporary egress. Requests for Information must be submitted through the questions portal no later than 4:00 PM on October 19, 2026.