Bid guide
How to bid on Lake Matoaka Dam Spillway Improvement for College of William & Mary
What the College of William & Mary is buying
The College of William & Mary is seeking bids for repairs and improvements to the high-hazard Lake Matoaka Dam spillway in Virginia. This project is important for dam safety and involves significant civil construction work.
The scope of work includes armoring the downstream embankment with Articulated Concrete Blocks under a grassed soil layer, constructing concrete training walls, and managing temporary lane closures on Jamestown Road. Other tasks include utility relocations, guardrail construction, site clearing, reforestation, and landscaping.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on August 25, 2026. All proposals must be submitted by September 22, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. Late submissions will not be considered.
The deadline is the final moment for vendors to submit their complete proposals. It is important to submit well in advance to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for construction firms with experience in dam repair, civil engineering projects, and related infrastructure improvements. Companies specializing in embankment armoring, concrete work, utility relocation, and site restoration will find this relevant.
The project falls under the construction category and requires expertise in managing complex civil construction activities, including those with environmental considerations like reforestation and landscaping.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the solicitation documents and submit a proposal, you need to go through eVA, Virginia's eProcurement portal. The solicitation number is 127157.
First, view the original source on eVA. The posting is public and can be read without an account. To respond and submit your proposal, you must sign in with a free eVA vendor account before the September 22, 2026 deadline. Full documents and submission instructions are available through the W&M Portal link provided within the eVA posting.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your response, clearly detail your firm's experience with similar dam repair or spillway improvement projects, especially those involving high-hazard classifications or regulatory compliance. Highlight your capabilities in embankment armoring, concrete work, and managing associated civil construction tasks.
Provide a comprehensive plan for project execution, including how you will manage temporary lane closures, utility relocations, and environmental aspects like reforestation. Ensure your proposal addresses all requirements outlined in the solicitation documents and is submitted well before the deadline to account for any potential technical issues with the online submission portal.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from College of William & Mary; the original posting controls.