Virginia Passenger Rail Authority - Structural Steel Procurement - IFB No. 01-002-25-0001 (2025)
Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA)State · VA- Due
- Apr 16, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 12, 2025
- Primary contact
- Slade Greenway
- (804) 910-2365
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority is soliciting bids for structural steel and related material and services in support of the Alexandria Station Improvements and King Street and Commonwealth Avenue Rail Bridge Replacement Project (K&C Bridges Project) in Alexandria, Virginia. The work includes the fabrication of structural steel together with bearings, miscellaneous steel, handrails, walkways, deck plates, storage, and shipment of all finished products. Bidders must be certified as Bridge Fabricator-Intermediate or Advanced under the AISC Quality Certification Program. A virtual, non-mandatory pre-bid conference will be held at 9:00 AM EST on March 19, 2025, with registration required by March 18, 2025, at 11:59 PM. Questions must be submitted via Form PD 21 by 5:00 PM on March 26, 2025. Bids are due by 2:00 PM on April 16, 2025, and must be submitted electronically to [email protected], accompanied by a bid security equal to 5% of the bid price.
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
SUMMARY
The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority is soliciting bids for structural steel and related material and services in support of the Alexandria Station Improvements and King Street and Commonwealth Avenue Rail Bridge Replacement Project (K&C Bridges Project) in Alexandria, Virginia.
The work includes the fabrication of structural steel together with bearings, miscellaneous steel, handrails, walkways, deck plates, storage, and shipment of all finished products. Bidders must be certified as Bridge Fabricator-Intermediate or Advanced under the AISC Quality Certification Program. A virtual, non-mandatory pre-bid conference will be held at 9:00 AM EST on March 19, 2025, with registration required by March 18, 2025, at 11:59 PM. Questions must be submitted via Form PD 21 by 5:00 PM on March 26, 2025. Bids are due by 2:00 PM on April 16, 2025, and must be submitted electronically to [email protected], accompanied by a bid security equal to 5% of the bid price.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Form PD 01 (Bidder Information and Acknowledgement)
- Form PD 60 (Small and Diverse Business Subcontracting Plan)
- Form PD 50B (DBE Utilization Plan)
- AISC Quality Certification Program certification
- Evidence that signatory is duly authorized representative
- Bid Security
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Alexandria, Virginia
- Reported agency
- Virginia Passenger Rail Authority
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this IFB from Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA)?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 16, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Slade Greenway.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
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 IFB 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 Slade Greenway at (804) 910-2365. 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: "Lowest responsive and responsible bidder" 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 IFB?
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 PD 01 (Bidder Information and Acknowledgement), Form PD 60 (Small and Diverse Business Subcontracting Plan), Form PD 50B (DBE Utilization Plan), AISC Quality Certification Program certification,. 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.