INVITATION TO BID – HOLLINS TO BOTETOURT WATERLINE REPLACEMENT

The Western Virginia Water Authority (Authority) will receive sealed Bids for the construction of the HOLLINS TO BOTETOURT WATERLINE REPLACEMENT at the Authority’s Engineering Services Office, Coulter Building Third Floor, Suite 300, 601 South Jefferson Street, Roanoke, Virginia, 24011, until 2:00 p.m. local time on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at which time the Bids received will be publicly opened and read aloud via virtual Webex meeting shortly after receiving Bids. Minority Owned Businesses (MBEs) and Women Owned Businesses (WBEs) are encouraged to respond.

The Project consists of construction of approximately 90 LF of 6” water main, 30 LF of 8” water main, 1,000 LF of 12” water main, 1,020 LF of 16” water main, associated appurtenances, and connections to the existing water system in Roanoke, Virginia. Bids will be received for a single prime Contract. Bids shall be on a unit price basis as indicated in the Bid Form. Bid security shall be furnished in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders.

Prospective Bidders must examine and download the Bidding Documents at https://www.westernvawater.org/i-am-a-/bidder-contractor-consultant/invitations-to-bid . All questions and technical inquiries must be submitted in writing to the Owner’s primary contact, Michelle Caruthers (email michelle.caruthers@WesternVaWater.org). Questions must be received by Friday, February 17, 2023. The final Addendum will be issued on Monday, February 20, 2023.

A non-mandatory virtual pre-bid conference will be held on Wednesday, February 8, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. via a Webex meeting. Prospective Bidders are encouraged to test the provided link to the Webex meeting well in advance of the pre-construction conference to confirm access and compatibility.

Pre-Bid Conference Link: Join Pre-Bid Conference
https://westernvawater.webex.com/westernvawater/j.php?MTID=m4f05e7f5e24d46c83da05872c7861bf6

Bid-Opening Conference Link: Join Bid-Opening Conference
https://westernvawater.webex.com/westernvawater/j.php?MTID=m705b20ab5b550e08f3ba88912eccba1e

Bidders are referred to the Code of Virginia § 54.1-1100 et seq. for contractor requirements. Bidders shall provide evidence of authorization to transact business in the Commonwealth of Virginia by providing the identification number issued to Bidder by the State Corporation Commission in accordance with the Code of Virginia § 2.2-4311.2, Title 13.1, Title 50, or as otherwise required by law. The Authority does not discriminate against a bidder or offeror because of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a service disabled veteran, or any other basis prohibited by state law relating to discrimination in employment. The Authority does not discriminate against faith- based organizations in accordance with the Code of Virginia § 2.2-4343.1. A Bid may be withdrawn in accordance with the Code of Virginia § 2.2-4330 by giving notice in writing of Bidder’s claim of right to withdraw Bid within two business days after the conclusion of the bid opening procedure and submitting original work papers with such notice.

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