Description
The Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority (NOVA Parks) is soliciting bids for the full design‑build construction of the Gateway Wetlands Park in Fairfax, VA. The contractor will be responsible for site clearing, wetland and storm‑water feature construction, boardwalks, concrete pathways, parking, and related infrastructure, while supplying all labor, equipment, and materials. The work must comply with Virginia environmental permits, archaeological protection statutes, and city‑of‑Fairfax right‑of‑way requirements, and includes a 1‑year warranty on workmanship. Key contractual obligations include a 5 % bid bond (if bid > $500k), 100 % performance and payment bonds, 5 % retainage, and liquidated damages of $300–$500 per day for delays.
• Scope: tree clearing, parking lot, storm‑water wetlands, boardwalks, concrete paths, forebay, micro‑pools, stone weirs, step‑pools, and associated site utilities.
• Permitting: VDEQ VPDES construction permit, Fairfax Public Works road‑right‑of‑way permit, city business license, SWPPP compliance, archaeological monitoring.
• Schedule: Pre‑bid meeting 5 Feb 2026 (mandatory), bid deadline 4 Mar 2026, award expected 6 Apr 2026, NTP around 15 May 2026, 180‑day construction window.
• Financial: Anticipated contract value > $500,000, requiring bid bond, performance & labor‑material payment bonds, 5 % retainage, and insurance minimums (CGL $1M/$2M, Auto $1M, Workers’ Comp $500k, Umbrella $1M).