CME - James River Strand

Project Description
This project provides improvements to the existing Christopher Newport Park infrastructure and a multi-use connection to Victory Landing Park. As part of the project, the James River viewshed will be expanded with features that will allow the public to better engage with the waterfront through sloped lawn areas, terraced seating and hardscape areas suitable for small-scale performances and special events. Removal of existing undergrowth, shrubs and some trees will be required. Several older-growth trees will remain and be incorporated into the new, cohesive landscaping plan for the park. The improvements are part of the greater Downtown Reimagined plan.
Project Manager
Carolyn Bowman
757.926.3667
bowmancd@nnva.gov
Inspector
Daniel Brooks
757.725.4459
brooksdm1@nnva.gov

How does this project serve Newport News’ citizens?
Positive City image, attract private investments, jobs, stimulate economy, increase property values.

Relationship to Comprehensive Plan Themes
  • Prosperous & Resilient
  • Sustainable
  • Accessible
  • Healthy & Safe
  • Respects its Uniqueness
  • Balances Good Places & New Spaces

Schedule

Activity Start Finish % Complete
PE/Design 02-Jul-2018 07-Dec-2021
100%
PE - Design 02-Jul-2018 07-Dec-2021
100%
PE - Environmental 02-Jul-2018 11-May-2021
100%
Right of Way 15-Dec-2020 29-Oct-2021
100%
ROW - Utility Relocation 15-Dec-2020 29-Oct-2021
100%
Construction 08-Dec-2021 26-Mar-2027
85%
CA - Pre-Ad 08-Dec-2021 22-Dec-2021
100%
CA - Advertisement 23-Dec-2021 08-Feb-2022
100%
CA - Bid Date 08-Feb-2022 08-Feb-2022
100%
CA - Construction Award 09-Feb-2022 05-Jul-2022
100%
CA - CEI 30-Jun-2026 26-Dec-2026
CA - Construction 30-Jun-2026 26-Dec-2026
CA - Construction Closeout 27-Dec-2026 26-Mar-2027
Project Closeout 27-Mar-2027 28-Jun-2027
CA - Construction Hold to to Contractor Default 04-Nov-2025 29-Jun-2026
94%

Comments

The Tender Agreement is with the City Attorney's office for City Manager signature Purchasing has already begun the steps to get Provost Construciton under contract The requisition has been sent to Admin for signature and execution Provost has been set up as a user in Projectmates NTP expected to be issued by June 19th. 180 calendar days to Substantial Completion 210 calendar days to Final Completion 06/12/2026

The Tender Agreement is with the City Attorney's office for City Manager signature Once agreement is fully executed, Engineering will work with Purchasing to get Provost Construciton under contract 180 calendar days to Substantial Completion 210 calendar days to Final Completion 06/05/2026

City team met with the Surety on May 28th to review the legal agreement between the City and the Surety. This will allow the City to move forward with getting the proposed completion contractor under contract through Purchasing to begin work. 05/29/2026

Engineering Team met with the Surety on May 12th and the proposed completion contractor on May 13th. Engineering is moving forward with the Surety. The Surety is completing the tender agreement between them and the City. Once an agreement is reached, we can move forward with the purchasing requirement to contract with the proposed completion contractor to finish the construction scope. 05/14/2026

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Contracts

Contract Name Contractor/Consultant Start Finish Contract Amount Paid To Date
Professional Services for Downtown Initiatives - James River Strand Park CLARK NEXSEN INC. 25-Jul-2018 01-Dec-2020 $256,173.00 $249,975.00
Relocate Utilities - Transformer Bank - Dominion Energy for James River Strand VIRGINIA ELECTRIC AND POWER COMPANY 15-Jul-2021 31-Aug-2021 $20,370.97 $20,370.97
Relocate Utilities - Primary Underground - Dominion Energy for James River Strand VIRGINIA ELECTRIC AND POWER COMPANY 15-Jul-2021 31-Aug-2021 $17,014.12 $17,014.12
James River Strand CAROLINA MARINE STRUCTURES, INC. 06-Jul-2022 05-Jul-2023 $6,628,412.97 $4,216,290.33
Liquidated Damages Newport News - Engineering $1,684,412.97 $4,216,290.33
Erosion & Sediment Control Repairs Newport News - Engineering 25-Mar-2026 24-Apr-2026 $35,000.00 $35,000.00

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