how-to-respond-ifb (1).pdf

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Mobile Imaging Services VCBR
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IFB-121961
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New Kent County, Virginia

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This is an instructional document providing guidance on responding to an Invitation for Bid (IFB) issued by the Virginia Department of Health (VDH), likely in conjunction with the Virginia Correctional Health-Related Services program. The document outlines the procedural requirements and expectations for vendors submitting bids for mobile imaging services to be provided on-site on a scheduled basis and as needed. The document emphasizes the importance of careful bid preparation, adherence to all specification requirements, and timely submission to ensure compliance with the procurement process. Vendors are instructed to review all bid documents thoroughly, including the scope of work, technical specifications, and any amendments or addenda, before preparing their responses.

The guidance document provides detailed instructions on bid submission procedures, including formatting requirements, required documentation, certifications, and signatures necessary for a complete and responsive bid. The document stresses the critical importance of meeting all stated deadlines and requirements, as failure to comply with any mandatory provision may result in bid rejection. Vendors are advised to address any questions or clarifications needed to the designated procurement contact prior to bid submission and to ensure all insurance, licensing, and operational requirements are met before submitting their bid response for mobile imaging services.

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How to Respond to an IFB (Invitation for Bid)

pg. 1 eVA.virginia.gov Updated 03/22/2024

You received your daily Leads notification email or perhaps saw a solicitation posted on the Virginia Business Opportunities (VBO) page of the eVA website and you’d like to submit a bid.

Follow these steps:

1. From My Leads, click View Opportunity.

2. Review all information on the Info and Items tabs. Make sure to thoroughly read all attachments under Documents. And if you have questions, contact the Buyer. When you’re ready, click Respond Online.

pg. 2 eVA.virginia.gov Updated 03/22/2024

3. Your response begins on the Overview tab. Make sure to scroll down to the RFx documents section and you will see the same documents you reviewed on the public posting. It’s important to read ALL

DOCUMENTS THOROUGHLY!

After reviewing RFx documents, scroll back to the top of the page and click Click here to start your proposal to begin your response.

pg. 3 eVA.virginia.gov Updated 03/22/2024

4. On the Response Information tab, you can edit the Label, add a Validity End date, and add a Description. Use Supplier Documents to attach only information the buyer has requested, such as acknowledgement of addendum, references, licenses, etc.

pg. 4 eVA.virginia.gov Updated 03/22/2024

5. The Item tab is where you’ll input your Unit Price for each item. Then click Save and the Total will calculate.

Or you have the option to download the item list to Excel, then upload your completed quotation.

Make sure to complete all Response grids (there will be multiple tabs if there are multiple grids to complete).

Once your bid is complete, click Validate & Submit.

pg. 5 eVA.virginia.gov Updated 03/22/2024

6. Then click Submit my proposal and a message will display confirming your submittal.

pg. 6 eVA.virginia.gov Updated 03/22/2024

7. If at any time you need to revisit your submittal and/or solicitations to which you’ve been matched, click on Sourcing, Manage RFx’s.

Tip! Prior to submitting your proposal, you can Save and Close at any time and your progress will be saved. To pick up where you left off, go to Sourcing, Manage RFx’s.

1. From My Leads, click View Opportunity.
2. Review all information on the Info and Items tabs. Make sure to thoroughly read all attachments under Documents. And if you have questions, contact the Buyer. When you’re ready, click Respond Online.
3. Your response begins on the Overview tab. Make sure to scroll down to the RFx documents section and you will see the same documents you reviewed on the public posting. It’s important to read ALL DOCUMENTS THOROUGHLY!
4. On the Response Information tab, you can edit the Label, add a Validity End date, and add a Description. Use Supplier Documents to attach only information the buyer has requested, such as acknowledgement of addendum, references, licenses, etc.
5. The Item tab is where you’ll input your Unit Price for each item. Then click Save and the Total will calculate. Or you have the option to download the item list to Excel, then upload your completed quotation.
Make sure to complete all Response grids (there will be multiple tabs if there are multiple grids to complete).
Once your bid is complete, click Validate & Submit.
6. Then click Submit my proposal and a message will display confirming your submittal.
7. If at any time you need to revisit your submittal and/or solicitations to which you’ve been matched, click on Sourcing, Manage RFx’s.

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