Tower demolition services

The West Virginia Division of Forestry is requesting quotes for tower demolition services via ARFQ 0305 FOR2700000001, with quotes due August 31, 2026 at 11:00 AM. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for August 17, 2026 at 11:30 AM ET at Moorefield Headquarters, and written questions are due August 19, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET.

The scope is complete dismantling of a 150-foot, four-legged Blawnox Radio Tower on Bald Hill near Romney, West Virginia, including removal of all antennas, guy wires, equipment cabinets, microwave dishes, radio equipment, cabling, and electrical components in accordance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations and OSHA safety standards. The project requires full site restoration including foundation removal, grading, seeding, and landscaping to return the site to original condition. Delivery must occur within 30 working days of purchase order or notice to proceed.

Contractors must be drug-free workplace certified in accordance with West Virginia Code 21-1D-5 and submit a notarized Drug Free Workplace Conformance Affidavit as part of the proposal. Bid bonds equaling a minimum of five percent of the total bid amount are required, as is a performance bond approved by the West Virginia Attorney General. Vendors must obtain all necessary permits and maintain appropriate liability insurance prior to commencing work. Award will go to the vendor submitting the lowest lump-sum cost meeting all mandatory specifications. Payment follows West Virginia standard state procedures, with delivery F.O.B. destination and the vendor bearing all delivery costs and risk of loss. Late delivery notification is mandatory; delays that could cause harm to the agency may result in contract cancellation or procurement from third parties with Purchasing Division approval.

Quotes should be submitted to the Forestry Division at 60-C Industrial Park Road, Moorefield, WV. Contact Rachel S. Perry at (304) 558-2788 or rachel.s.perry@wv.gov.