UIFB No. 160219 ARCH PIPES AND BANDS

The state of Virginia has issued a state and local contract opportunity (UIFB No. 160219) for the procurement of Arch Pipes and Bands specifically for a Route 607 Madison County culvert replacement project. The solicitation covers jurisdictions including Mathews County and Norfolk City, with a posting date of October 7, 2025, and a submission deadline of October 10, 2025. The primary procurement objective is to furnish and deliver arch pipes and associated bands, which will be utilized for infrastructure improvement and culvert replacement work. This procurement appears to be a targeted supply contract focused on specific infrastructure materials needed for road and drainage system enhancement. The contract requires vendors to provide precise specifications of arch pipes and bands that meet engineering standards for culvert replacement, with potential requirements for detailed technical specifications, material certifications, and delivery logistics.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, the procurement likely follows standard Virginia state contracting guidelines regarding vendor qualifications and potential preferences for local or small businesses. The contract appears to be a focused material supply opportunity with a relatively short timeline between posting and submission dates. The potential award value is not specified, but culvert replacement projects typically involve material procurement in the range of $50,000 to $250,000 depending on project scope and complexity. Vendors responding to this opportunity would need to demonstrate technical capability to supply high-quality arch pipes and bands that meet engineering specifications for infrastructure projects. Given the jurisdictional coverage of Mathews County and Norfolk City, local vendors with experience in municipal infrastructure projects may have a competitive advantage in responding to this solicitation.