Virginia Railway Express - L’Enfant Station and 4th Track Improvements Project - RFQ No.: 026-006 (2026)
Virginia Railway ExpressSpecial District · Alexandria, VA- Due
- Mar 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 23, 2026
- Primary contact
- Ramon Paez
- (703) 684-1001 ext 5447
The 30-second brief
Virginia Railway Express (VRE) seeks Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from experienced contractors to provide Construction Manager/General Contractor (CMGC) services for the L’Enfant Station and 4th Track Improvements Project (RFQ No.: 026-006). The project involves reconstructing the VRE L’Enfant Station in Washington, DC, and adding a continuous fourth track between the L’Enfant and Virginia Interlockings to accommodate full-length 8-car VRE trains, improve platform capacity, enhance ADA accessibility, and optimize rail operations alongside CSX Transportation and Amtrak. The work includes site preparation, demolition, earthworks, center-island platform construction, tunnel station entrances with elevators, track construction, interlocking modifications, signalization, bridge widening, retaining walls, and utility relocation. The current cost estimate is approximately $132M. Submission deadline is March 3, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. EST via the Commonwealth of Virginia e-procurement portal (eVA). A non-mandatory pre-submittal conference will be held via Microsoft Teams on February 4, 2026. Required submissions include legal structure documents, financial capacity surety statements, safety questionnaires, firm experience (Project Description Form E-1), CMGC understanding narrative, and signed addenda.
Firm Experience and Past Performance (80), CMGC Understanding (20)
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Summary
Virginia Railway Express (VRE) seeks Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from experienced contractors to provide Construction Manager/General Contractor (CMGC) services for the L’Enfant Station and 4th Track Improvements Project (RFQ No.: 026-006).
The project involves reconstructing the VRE L’Enfant Station in Washington, DC, and adding a continuous fourth track between the L’Enfant and Virginia Interlockings to accommodate full-length 8-car VRE trains, improve platform capacity, enhance ADA accessibility, and optimize rail operations alongside CSX Transportation and Amtrak. The work includes site preparation, demolition, earthworks, center-island platform construction, tunnel station entrances with elevators, track construction, interlocking modifications, signalization, bridge widening, retaining walls, and utility relocation. The current cost estimate is approximately $132M. Submission deadline is March 3, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. EST via the Commonwealth of Virginia e-procurement portal (eVA). A non-mandatory pre-submittal conference will be held via Microsoft Teams on February 4, 2026. Required submissions include legal structure documents, financial capacity surety statements, safety questionnaires, firm experience (Project Description Form E-1), CMGC understanding narrative, and signed addenda.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Firm Experience and Past Performance (80), CMGC Understanding (20)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
15- Form D Conflict of Interest Certification
- Form L-1 Company Information Questionnaire
- Form L-2 Offeror Certification
- Form L-3 Prior Judgements Certification
- Form L-4 Compliance Certification
- Form L-5 Debarment Certification
- Form L-6 Convictions Certification
- Form L-7 Certification of Restrictions on Lobbying
- Form L-8 Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Surety Statement
- Insurance Checklist Form I
- Form S Safety Questionnaire
- Form E-1 Project Description
- Form CU CMGC Understanding
- Signed Copies of Each Addendum
- Submit to
- www.eva.virginia.gov
- Scope location
- Washington, DC
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Virginia Railway Express?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 3, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: www.eva.virginia.gov. For questions, contact Ramon Paez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Virginia Railway Express 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 RFQ 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 Ramon Paez at (703) 684-1001 ext 5447. 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: "Firm Experience and Past Performance (80), CMGC Understanding (20)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Virginia Railway Express?
All active and historical solicitations from Virginia Railway Express are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Virginia Railway Express 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 RFQ?
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 D Conflict of Interest Certification, Form L-1 Company Information Questionnaire, Form L-2 Offeror Certification, Form L-3 Prior Judgements Certification, Form L-4 Compliance Certification, Form. Review the full document from Virginia Railway Express for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Washington, DC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.