USDA-NRCS, 1606 Santa Rosa Road, Culpeper Bldg., Suite 209, Richmond, VA 23229-5014

Y -- FLOODWATER RETARDING DAMS SOL NRCS-1-VA-98 DUE 112497 POC Contract Specialist, Rachel Hollins, 804-287-1630 Construction of a floodwater retarding dam designated as Ararat River Site No. 32. Approximate quantities of major items: clearing & grubbing 8 acres; seeding 6 acres; excavation 39,300 c.y.; drainfill 1,200 c.y.; reinforced concrete 2.3 c.y.; PVC and ductile iron pipe 350 l.f.; salvaging & spreading topsoil 23,000 s.y.; loose rock riprap 432 tons; gravel 750 tons; diversions 600 l.f.; water control gates 1 each; metal fabrication and installation; pollution control; mobilization; water removal; contractor quality control; and access roads. Located in Patrick County, Virginia. Cost range between $100,000 and $500,000. Approximately 212 calendar days performance time. IFB package available approximately October 22, 1997. Presolicitation notice will be sent to bidders on mailing list. All responsible sources may submit a bid which shall be considered by the agency. (0280)

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