Virginia Passenger Rail Authority - Construction Management Services - RFP 1-007-24-0002 (2024)
Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA)State · VA- Due
- Jan 15, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2024
- Primary contact
- Jason Lofgreen
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) is soliciting proposals for professional construction management services in support of the Franconia-Springfield Bypass Project (RFP 1-007-24-0002). The project consists of 1.4-miles of infrastructure improvements within the Richmond, Fredericksburg, and Potomac (RF&P) corridor, featuring an approximately 0.6-mile-long two-track rail flyover bypass bridge over CSX Transportation, Inc. (CSXT) mainline tracks. Services required include construction management, engineering support, quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC), environmental permit compliance inspections (ESC/SWM), utility and stakeholder coordination, schedule and cost controls, change management, and contract closeout. Proposals are due by January 15, 2025, at 2:00 PM. A pre-proposal conference is scheduled for October 25, 2024, with questions due by November 15, 2024.
Qualifications and Experience of Firm; Key Personnel (40 points), Methodology/Approach for Providing Services (35 points), Organizational Capacity (20 points), Small/Small and Diverse Business Participation (5 points)
SUMMARY
The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) is soliciting proposals for professional construction management services in support of the Franconia-Springfield Bypass Project (RFP 1-007-24-0002).
The project consists of 1.4-miles of infrastructure improvements within the Richmond, Fredericksburg, and Potomac (RF&P) corridor, featuring an approximately 0.6-mile-long two-track rail flyover bypass bridge over CSX Transportation, Inc. (CSXT) mainline tracks. Services required include construction management, engineering support, quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC), environmental permit compliance inspections (ESC/SWM), utility and stakeholder coordination, schedule and cost controls, change management, and contract closeout. Proposals are due by January 15, 2025, at 2:00 PM. A pre-proposal conference is scheduled for October 25, 2024, with questions due by November 15, 2024.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Form A (Offeror Information and Acknowledgement)
- Form G (Proof of Authority to Transact Business in Virginia)
- Form H (Disclosure of Proprietary/Confidential Information)
- Form I (Certification Regarding Lobbying)
- Form J (Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, and Other Responsibility Matters)
- Form K (National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak) Certifications)
- Form L (Key Personnel Designations)
- Form C (Small and Diverse Business Subcontracting Plan)
- Form D (DBE Utilization Plan)
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Alexandria, Virginia
- Reported agency
- Virginia Passenger Rail Authority
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA)?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 15, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Jason Lofgreen.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) in VA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Jason Lofgreen. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Qualifications and Experience of Firm; Key Personnel (40 points), Methodology/Approach for Providing Services (35 points), Organizational Capacity (20 points), Small/Small and Diverse Business Partici..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA)?
All active and historical solicitations from Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Form A (Offeror Information and Acknowledgement), Form G (Proof of Authority to Transact Business in Virginia), Form H (Disclosure of Proprietary/Confidential Information), Form I (Certification Regar. Review the full document from Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Alexandria, Virginia. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.