African American Heritage Trail Comfort Station HUD Grant B-23-CP-VA-1478

The City of Williamsburg is soliciting bids to renovate an abandoned pump‑station building at 227 Virginia Avenue into a modern, ADA‑compliant, unisex comfort station (restroom). The scope includes demolition of existing non‑functional elements, construction of non‑structural interior walls, installation of plumbing fixtures, sinks, toilets, changing station, lighting, HVAC, electrical upgrades, roofing repairs, a janitorial closet, and all required finishes. The project must comply with the 2021 Virginia Building Code, ADA standards, and HUD Community Project Funding requirements. Work must be substantially completed within 150 calendar days of notice to proceed and fully completed within 180 days. A bid security of 5 % of the bid amount is required. The contract is funded partially by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. • Location: 227 Virginia Ave, Williamsburg, VA 23185 • Contract type: Invitation for Bid (IFB) – general construction/renovation • Estimated contract value: roughly $30‑$60 K (based on $200‑$400 per square foot for a 146 sf facility) • Start of work: upon award, with a 150‑day substantial completion schedule (180 days total) • Mandatory bid security: 5 % of bid • Pre‑bid meeting: 09/15/2026 (non‑mandatory) • Submission deadline: 09/29/2026 2 PM • Funding: HUD FY23 Community Project Funding (no DBE goal) • Required qualifications: Ability to complete all trades (demolition, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, finishing) and obtain necessary permits.