Sussex Nursery Fertilizer Tanks - Repost

The Virginia Department of Forestry is requesting bids to furnish and install three 1,500-gallon HDLPE double-wall tanks for liquid fertilizer storage at its Sussex Nursery in Courtland, Virginia, with bids due June 8, 2026 at 3:00 PM EST via eVA. This is a reposted solicitation with a 5-day turnaround.

The solicitation carries a set-aside award priority for DSBSD-certified micro businesses or small businesses, including women-owned and minority-owned businesses with current certification.

The scope requires the contractor to supply all equipment, materials, labor, and freight; perform complete site preparation, tank placement, leveling, and installation per manufacturer specifications; conduct hydrotesting; provide ASTM documentation; remove all crating and debris; and deliver end-user training. Work must be completed by July 23, 2026. All bids must be submitted as all-inclusive total cost amounts covering materials, labor, freight, and associated expenses. Delivery is FOB destination with the contractor responsible for unloading and inventory. The Department of Forestry will provide workspace, unobstructed staging and installation access, up to 100 feet of 110V AC power, dumpster access, and secure vehicle parking.

Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on net prices. Bids remain valid for 30 days and may be withdrawn thereafter at the bidder's request; if not withdrawn, bids remain in effect until award or solicitation cancellation. The contractor must provide proof of proper insurance with the Department of Forestry listed as additional insured. Vendor transaction fees apply at 1 percent of order value, capped at $500 for DSBSD-certified small businesses and $1,500 for non-certified businesses.

Mailed, emailed, and hand-delivered bids will not be accepted. For inquiries, contact Thomas.Baumann@dof.virginia.gov or eVA customer care at (866) 289-7367 for submission issues.