Bland/Hobart - Hercules Triple Axel Trailer for Hobart, Brand Name or Equivalent

The Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Corrections, Central Agribusiness Office, is soliciting bids on one Hercules Triple Axel enclosed trailer for Bland Correctional Center – Hobart in Bland, Virginia, with bids due October 14, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. This is a Quick Quote (Unsealed Bid) procurement set-aside for DSBSD-certified micro and small businesses, with small-business award priority.

The scope is one HME-8.5x30 Hercules V Nose Triple Axle trailer with 21,000-pound capacity, featuring a non-skid washable floor, recessed floor with 5,000-pound D-ring installation, 8.5-foot width and depth, 36-inch side door, ramp door with transition plate, polycor exterior color upgrade, vee nose configuration, 60-inch tongue with adjustable coupler, upgraded roof and wall components, bogey wheels, 8.5-foot wide ramp door package, electric hitch, spare tire, and EZ tracks. Delivery is required by February 28, 2027.

Pricing must be firm and fixed, including all costs and delivery fees on a Grand Total basis. The Commonwealth reserves the right to negotiate with the lowest responsive bidder if the bid exceeds available funds. Bids will be evaluated on a Grand Total basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Vendor Transaction Fees apply at 1 percent of the order value, capped at $500 for DSBSD-certified Small Businesses and $1,500 for other businesses. Payment is net 30 days after receipt of merchandise and invoice, whichever is later.

Bidders must be registered in eVA and provide current or recent references demonstrating similar experience. Compliance is required with Virginia Public Procurement Act provisions, including anti-discrimination and immigration reform requirements, workers' compensation insurance with minimum limits of $1 million Commercial General Liability per occurrence and $2 million aggregate, drug-free workplace certification, and state business authorization. Bidders must complete and return pages 12–13 of the solicitation document with their bids to be considered responsive. Any bid remains valid for 30 days from submission.