| Location: | Virginia |
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| Posted: | Sep 15, 2026 |
| Due: | Oct 22, 2026 |
| Agency: | Virginia Railway Express |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
| Category: |
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| Solicitation No: | IFB 027-002 |
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INVITATION FOR BIDS (IFB) No. 027-002
WOODBRIDGE STATION EAST ELEVATOR MODERNIZATION
The purpose of this Invitation for Bids (IFB) is to establish a Contract with one (1) qualified and experienced Contractor to modernize the east elevator, which is situated within the parking garage, serving five (5) floors, at the VRE Woodbridge Station, located at 1040 Express Way, Woodbridge, Virginia 22191.
Bids will be considered from qualified and experienced companies who are regularly established in the business of providing elevator modernization and in the judgment of VRE are financially responsible. Through prior work performed, Bidders must be able to show evidence of reliability, ability, and experience to perform the work.
Please be advised that it is your responsibility to monitor this site for any addenda. Failure to submit signed addenda may be grounds to declare your Bid non-responsive.
Any changes to the solicitation as a result of the pre-bid meeting and/or site visit will be issued through a written addendum to the solicitation.
A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit to discuss the requirements of the IFB will be held for prospective Bidders on September 30, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. Eastern Time (ET).
Bids are due October 22, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. ET.
Inquiries regarding this Invitation for Bids should be directed to:
Amanda Vitko
Contracts Administrator
Virginia Railway Express
1500 King Street, Suite 202
Alexandria, VA 22314-2730
Telephone/Fax: (703) 838-5414
Email:
avitko@vre.org
Kristin Nutter
Director of Purchasing and Contract Administration
Virginia Railway Express
1500 King Street, Suite 202
Alexandria, VA 22314-2730
Telephone/Fax: (703) 838-5441
Email:
knutter@vre.org
ATTACHMENT A
IFB No.: 027-002
IFB Title: Woodbridge Station East Elevator 1
Modernization
Virginia Railway Express
SPECIFICATIONS
ENTITLED
WOODBRIDGE STATION EAST ELEVATOR
MODERNIZATION
DATED
SEPTEMBER 15, 2026
VIRGINIA RAILWAY EXPRESS
IFB 027-002
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WOODBRIDGE STATION EAST ELEVATOR
MODERNIZATION
DIVISION 01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
01 11 00 SUMMARY OF WORK
01 22 00 UNIT PRICES
01 25 00 SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES
01 26 00 CHANGE ORDER PROCEDURES
01 29 00 PAYMENT PROCEDURES
01 31 00 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION
01 31 33 PROJECT MEETINGS
01 32 00 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION
01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES
01 35 23 SAFETY AND SECURITY REQUIREMENTS
01 42 00 REFERENCES, DEFINITIONS, ABBREVIATIONS, AND ACRONYMS
01 45 00 QUALITY ASSURANCE AND QUALITY CONTROL
01 50 00 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS
01 61 00 COMMON PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS
01 71 14 MOBILIZATION AND DEMOBILIZATION
01 73 00 EXECUTION OF WORK
01 73 10 CUTTING AND PATCHING
01 77 00 CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES
DIVISION 2 EXISTING CONDITIONS
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DIVISION 3 CONCRETE
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DIVISION 4 MASONRY
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DIVISION 5 METALS
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DIVISION 6 WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES
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DIVISION 7 THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION
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DIVISION 8 OPENINGS
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DIVISION 9 FINISHES
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DIVISION 10 SPECIALTIES
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DIVISION 11 EQUIPMENT
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DIVISION 13 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION
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DIVISION 14 CONVEYING EQUIPMENT
14 25 00 HYDRAULIC ELEVATORS
DIVISION 21 FIRE SUPPRESSION
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DIVISION 22 PLUMBING
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DIVISION 23 HEATING VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING
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DIVISION 26 ELECTRICAL
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DIVISION 27 COMMUNICATIONS
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DIVISION 28 ELECTRONIC SAFETY & SECURITY
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DIVISION 31 EARTHWORK
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DIVISION 32 EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS
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DIVISION 33 UTILITIES
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DIVISION 34 TRANSPORTATION
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DIVISION 40 PROCESS INTEGRATION
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DIVISION 41 MATERIAL PROCESSING & HANDLING
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DIVISION 46 WATER & WASTEWATER TREATMENT
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DIVISION 48 ELECTRICAL POWER
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OTHER
SPECIFICATIONS
01600 MATERIAL AND HANDLING
01700 FINAL CONTRACT COMPLIANCE REVIEW
01800 MAINTENANCE
01900 RELATED WORK
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SECTION 01 11 00
SUMMARY OF WORK
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. This section includes the following:
1. Work included in Contract Documents
2. Restrictions and Quality Control
3. Damages and Pre-Existing Conditions
4. Type of Contract
5. Sequence of Work
6. Work by Others
7. Use of Premises
8. Occupancy Requirements
9. Utility Location, Protection and Relocation
10. Utility Outages
11. Days/Hours of Work
12. Applicable Codes
13. Permits
1.2 RELATED SECTIONS
A. General Provisions
B. General Conditions for Construction
C. Special Provisions
D. Other Division 01 Specifications apply to this Section
1.3 WORK INCLUDED IN CONTRACT DOCUMENTS
A. This section includes requirements for the modernization of the Woodbridge Station East Elevator. The
project consists of, but is not limited to, modernizing, furnishing and installing equipment as specified utilizing
existing and/or modified hoistways and machine rooms.
1. Project Location: 1040 Express Way, Woodbridge, VA 22191.
B. Construction Manager (CM): The CM for this Project will serve as a representative for VRE and to provide
assistance in administering the Contract for Construction between VRE and the Contractor, according to a
separate contract between the VRE and the Construction Manager.
C. Project Manager: When a Construction Manager has not been engaged, VRE will designate a Project
Manager (PM) to represent VRE and assist in monitoring the work under the Contract. In these instances,
any reference to the Construction Manager, where it occurs in the Technical Specification documents, shall be
understood to mean the Project Manager.
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D. The delivered project shall:
1. Meet and/or exceed the requirements set forth elsewhere in the Contract Documents.
2. Be capable of safe and reliable operation meeting and/or exceeding industry standards and practices.
E. This Section outlines the main features of the Work to be performed under this Contract and is not a complete
description. Work addressed in this Section but not addressed in other portions of the design shall still be
considered part of the overall Work. The general details of the Work to be performed under this Contract are
indicated more specifically in the other Specification sections, other documents of the design and other
Contract Documents.
F. The Work includes:
1. Mobilize and demobilize all labor and equipment necessary to complete the Work.
2. Prepare and deliver all required submittals to the satisfaction of the Construction Manager (CM) and
VRE.
3. Identify, protect and avoid all onsite utilities.
4. Establish temporary barriers and demolish and remove noted materials as necessary.
5. Modernize components of the existing elevator, to include but not limited to:
* Hoistway and pit.
* Machine room and machinery spaces.
* Electrical service, conductors and devices.
* Standby power.
* Door operation and protection.
* Direct plunger.
* Car enclosure.
* Signal fixtures.
* Operational and motor controls.
* Firefighters' service components.
* Hydraulic pump unit.
* Sill support angles.
* Hoistway door unlocking devices.
G. Ownership of Materials:
1. Materials furnished by the Contractor under this Contract shall become the property of VRE.
2. VRE-furnished materials shall remain the property of VRE.
1.4 RESTRICTIONS AND QUALITY CONTROL
A. All site features and the facility shall be in accordance with Virginia Railway Express' requirements as
defined herein.
1.5 DAMAGES AND PRE-EXISTING CONDITIONS
A. The Contractor shall be responsible for all damages caused by the Contractor's construction activities. The
Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, etc. to return any damaged areas, systems or equipment to their
original condition at no additional cost to VRE.
B. The Contractor shall perform a survey of pre-existing conditions in the vicinity of the Contractor's
construction activities, utilizing photographs and other means as necessary to document existing damage or
conditions. Submit two copies of this survey to the CM within 21 calendar days after Notice-To-Proceed.
The survey shall be approved by VRE prior to submission of first invoice by the Contractor. This survey will
assist in resolving any damage claims against the Contractor during and after construction.
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C. Unless noted otherwise, the Contractor shall preserve all facilities and portions thereof including but not
limited to roadways, pedestrian and directional signage. The Contractor shall also deliver all removed
facilities not required for reinstallation to VRE as directed by the CM.
D. The Contractor shall replace or repair lost or damaged facilities or portion thereof, to the satisfaction of VRE,
at no cost to VRE.
1.6 TYPE OF CONTRACT
A. This project will be constructed under a general construction contract with predetermined pay items.
1.7 SEQUENCE OF WORK
A. Conduct the Work in one continuous operation. If phased construction is required, the Contractor shall
arrange the sequence of construction, unless noted otherwise in the Contract Documents.
B. Work shall be performed in accordance with the Contractor's "CPM Construction Schedule" as specified in
Division 01 Section "Construction Progress Documentation: and as approved by the Construction Manager.
1.8 WORK BY OTHERS
A. General: Cooperate fully with other entities (e.g. Utility Owner) so their work may be performed without
interfering or delaying work within this Contract. Coordinate the Work of this Contract with work performed
by other entities with the CM.
B. Preceding Work: VRE will award separate contract(s) for the following construction operations at the Project
site. Those operations are scheduled to be substantially complete before work under this Contract begins.
1. No separate contracts are known for work preceding this Contract.
C. Concurrent Work: VRE may award separate contract(s) for various maintenance activities and other
construction projects at the Project site. Those operations will be conducted simultaneously with work under
this Contract.
1. No concurrent contracts are known for work during this Contract.
D. Future Work: VRE will award separate contract(s) for the following additional work to be performed at the
Project site after Substantial Completion. Completion of that work will depend on successful completion of
preparatory under this Contract.
1. No separate contracts are known for work following this Contract.
E. For additional requirements for Cooperation Among Contractors, see Division 01, Section 01 73 00
"Execution of Work."
1.9 USE OF PREMISES
A. Use of Site: Confine use of premises to work in areas indicated. Do not disturb portions of site beyond limits
of construction areas in which the Work is indicated.
1. An equipment staging area designated by VRE will be available for use by the Contractor. The Contractor
shall restrict usage to designated area and shall notify VRE prior to storing of any large equipment which
will impose heavy concentrated loading on floor area. Do not store such equipment until approval is
received.
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2. The Contractor shall confine storage of materials on job site to limits approved by VRE and shall not
unnecessarily encumber premises or overload any portion of building with materials to a greater extent
than structure design load.
3. VRE Access: Allow VRE and its designees to have unencumbered access to areas designated for
VRE. Access to areas, restricted due to construction, shall be coordinated by the Construction
Manager, for VRE personnel involved in the performance of the construction contract. The remainder
of the site, including newly constructed areas, shall be restricted to only VRE personnel involved in
the performance of the construction contract, as designated by the Construction Manager, until VRE
establishes occupancy of the project site.
4. The Contractor shall have full use of premises for construction operations within the areas designated
by VRE during the hours indicated and as directed by the Construction Manager.
5. Unless noted otherwise, the Contractor shall keep the site free from accumulation of waste materials.
When the project is complete, the Contractor must remove from and about the project site, waste
materials, tools, construction equipment, machinery and surplus materials. If a dispute arises regarding
maintenance or clean-up of the premises, VRE may maintain and clean the site and assess actual
damages to the Contractor.
B. Use of Existing Facilities: Maintain existing facilities in a weather tight condition throughout construction
period. Damage caused by construction operation is to be repaired or replaced at the sole discretion of VRE.
Protect facilities and their occupants during construction period.
C. Concurrent Modernization Work and Building Operation
1. This project is a major elevator modernization in an existing building which is open for public business
and will continue to operate throughout all phases of required work. It is essential that Contractor give
special attention and priority to all matters concerning project safety, protection from dust and loose
materials, reduction of noise level, protection from water and air infiltration into building, and
maintenance of neat, sightly conditions in and around work areas inside and outside of building.
Packaging, scrap materials, and demolition debris shall be promptly removed from the building and
site on a daily basis.
2. At all times, Contractor shall provide clearly visible warning and directional signs, barricades,
temporary lighting, overhead protection, and hazard-free walking surfaces throughout public areas. At
all times, special attention must be given to building entrances, exits, and proper safe exiting through
work areas as required by law. The Contractor shall consult VRE and other contractors to establish
and maintain safe temporary routes including, but not limited to, proper barricades, walking surfaces,
lighting, fire protection, exiting, warning and directional signs, and general protection of persons from
all hazards in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Standards due
wholly or partially to its operations.
D. Protection of Work and Property
1. The Contractor shall continuously maintain adequate protection of all its work from damage and shall
protect VRE property from injury or loss arising out of this Contract. Contractor shall make good any
such damages, injury, or loss, except such as may be directly caused by agents, subcontractors, or
employees of VRE. The Contractor shall provide all barricades required to protect open hoistways or
shafts per OSHA regulations. Design of barricades in public areas shall be approved by VRE prior to
fabrication and installation.
2. If Contract includes work which would be disruptive during normal business operations or would be
dangerous to building occupants said work shall be performed during hours as building management
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dictates. Examples of such work include, without limitation, saw cutting of concrete, jack hammering,
welding, metal cutting, pouring concrete, erecting steel or hoisting equipment over occupied portions
of the building, or performing tests requiring all elevators in a group. Contractor shall perform such
work during off-hours and shall include all costs in its Bid.
3. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided throughout Contractor's area of work and shall be placed
so as to be accessible at all times. Extinguishers shall be multi-purpose dry chemical type, provided
on a basis of one 2A-20BC rated unit for each 3,000 square feet of floor area. Extinguishers to remain
property of Contractor.
4. The Contractor shall at all times maintain work areas so that all portions are accessible to fire
department personnel and apparatus. Fire hydrants and fire department connections to building
sprinkler systems must be always kept free from obstruction.
5. The Contractor shall strictly supervise any welding, metal cutting or other operations employing open
flame work. All welding and cutting equipment shall be safely arranged and all combustibles in
vicinity of any work being performed shall either be removed or protected by a noncombustible cover.
Welding or cutting shall be attended by an assistant or fire watchman who is equipped with at least
one 2A-20BC rated multi-purpose dry chemical fire extinguisher. Fire watchman will maintain strict
surveillance during entire welding or cutting operation and extinguish flying sparks or burning slag.
After welding or cutting operation, fire watchman shall thoroughly search entire area for remnants of
smoldering materials before he is released from his duty. Any welding or other operation employing
open flame in any portion of building shall be scheduled with and receive approval of VRE.
6. The Contractor shall keep noise level below 80 db level during normal building hours. When it is
necessary to produce noise above this level, the Contractor shall advise building management of such
needs and times will be scheduled as directed. The Contractor shall anticipate and schedule excessive
noise-generating procedures and include allowance for same in its quotation and schedule.
E. Use of Explosives: Explosives shall not be used on site, unless approved in writing by VRE.
1.10 OCCUPANCY REQUIREMENTS
A. Partial VRE Occupancy: VRE reserves the right to occupy, use and/or to place and install equipment in any
completed or partially completed areas of the site/building, before Substantial Completion, provided such
occupancy does not interfere with completion of the Work. Such placement of equipment and partial
occupancy shall not constitute acceptance of the total Work. Partial VRE occupancy requirements are as
follows:
1. Construction Manager will prepare a Certificate of Substantial Completion for each specified portion
of the Work to be occupied before VRE occupancy.
2. Before partial VRE occupancy, mechanical and electrical systems shall be fully operational and
required tests and inspections shall be successfully completed. On occupancy, VRE will operate and
maintain mechanical and electrical systems serving occupied portions of the building/site.
3. On occupancy, VRE will assume responsibility for maintenance and custodial service for occupied
portions of building.
1.11 UTILITY LOCATION, PROTECTION AND RELOCATION
A. Coordinate utility location services to identify and mark the location of all utility lines, that may be impacted
by construction activities, including but not limited to the following:
1. Electric power lines
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2. Natural gas lines
3. Sanitary sewers
4. Stormwater/drainage
5. Water supplying piping
6. Petroleum/Fuel lines
7. Telephone lines
8. Data and Communication/ Fiber Optic Lines
9. Underground Storage Tanks
10. Steam/water lines
11. Underground utilities and lines abandoned in place
B. The information in the Contract Documents concerning the type and location of utilities is neither guaranteed
nor inclusive. The Contractor is responsible for determining the type and location of utilities, regardless of
whether such utilities are indicated or not, so as to avoid damage thereto.
C. Check and verify the horizontal and vertical location (coordinates and elevation) of all utility lines that may
exist within the limits of new work, regardless of whether such utilities are indicated or not, by use of a
Subsurface Utility Engineering company. Reconfirm such locations and verification of utilities discovered,
regardless of whether such utilities are indicated or not, and submit to the Project Manager a dimensional
survey with such notations.
D. Test pits shall be accomplished by means of non-destructive testing in the vicinity of the discovered utilities, as
indicated on the Contract Plans. Additional test pits may be performed by the Contractor, at their expense,
in coordination with the CM and applicable utility.
E. Repair any damage to discovered utility lines due to construction operations at no expense to VRE. VRE will
assist the Contractor by making available any known information.
F. If utilizing an independent subsurface utility engineering company, submit the name of firm and
qualifications to the CM, for written approval.
G. Within 60 consecutive calendar days of NTP, submit to the CM a survey of all utility location results.
H. For additional requirements for Cooperation with Utility Companies, see Division 01, Section 01 73 00
"Execution of Work."
1.12 UTILITY OUTAGES
A. Prior to any utility outage/interruption, prepare a schedule of such outage. Include in the outage schedule
duration, identification of the service affected, temporary utility service to be provided, identification of
available service alternative, and the action to be taken in the event of any emergency. Apply for all outages of
utility systems in writing. Fully coordinate outage requests with the CM. Schedule shall include date, time,
and duration of outage. Obtain approval in writing by the CM.
1.13 DAYS/HOURS OF WORK
A. The Contractor shall confine work to the areas specified and not unreasonably impact the site with materials
or equipment. The Contractor shall perform all work between the hours of 7:00 A.M. and 7:00 P.M. ET,
Monday through Saturday (except Federal holidays) and nights and weekends as authorized in advance, in
writing, by VRE.
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B. The Contractor must remain aware that the area of work is near active rail lines. Extreme caution and safety
must be exercised at all times.
1.14 APPLICABLE CODES
A. Compliance with Regulatory Agencies: Comply with most stringent applicable provisions of following
codes, laws, and/or authorities, including revisions and changes in effect:
1. Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators, ASME A17.1
2. Guide for Inspection of Elevators, Escalators, and Moving Walks, ASME A17.2
3. Elevator and Escalator Electrical Equipment, ASME A17.5
4. National Electrical Code, NFPA 70
5. Americans with Disabilities Act, ADA
6. Local Fire Authority
7. Requirements of all other codes, ordinances and laws applicable within the governing jurisdiction
8. Life Safety Code, NFPA 101
9. Uniform Federal Accessibility Standard, UFAS
1.15 PERMITS
A. Individual trade permits will be required from Prince William County (mechanical, electrical, fire protection,
etc.). The Contractor shall obtain and pay for all permits required to complete required work. In addition, the
Contractor shall arrange, schedule, and pay for all required final inspections by state, local, or independent
certified inspecting authorities necessary for issuance of all required permits in regard to completed work.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
NOT USED
PART 3 - EXECUTION
NOT USED
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