Southampton fertilizer - delivered

The Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Corrections Central Agribusiness Office is requesting Quick Quote bids for 15 tons of compounded fertilizer (46-0-0 analysis) delivered and off-loaded onto a spreader buggy by June 17, 2026, with bids due June 15, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. This solicitation carries a set-aside for award priority to DSBSD-certified small businesses and micro businesses.

Delivery and off-loading must be completed within 7 calendar days of farm-manager notification. The contractor must provide equipment and manpower for delivery and application at variable rates as specified by the farm manager. Bids must be submitted electronically through eVA with all supporting documentation; bidders must complete Bid Form pages 13–14 to be considered responsive. No substitutions are permitted without written consent from the contract officer. Site inspections are permitted.

The bid price must include all materials, delivery fees, and off-loading costs. Award will be made on a grand total basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Payment is net 30 days after receipt of merchandise and invoice, whichever is later. The contractor must provide a current Certificate of Insurance prior to starting work. All bids remain valid for 30 days. The Commonwealth reserves the right to reject any or all bids, omit line items, make no award, or negotiate with the lowest responsive bidder if the bid exceeds available funds.

Vendors must register in eVA and pay applicable transaction fees (1% capped at $500 for certified small businesses; 1% capped at $1,500 for non-certified businesses). A single eVA transaction fee applies. The contract officer is Wesley Story, 757-635-8383.