VA ABC Store 293 Snow and Ice Removal Services

The Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority (Virginia ABC) is seeking a qualified vendor to provide snow and ice removal services for VA ABC Store 293, located at 5814 Main Street in Mount Jackson, Scott County, Virginia. This Quick Quote solicitation (QQ84387) requires a contractor to perform comprehensive winter maintenance services, including snowplowing, manual snow shoveling, and ice melt chemical application. The contractor must be available 24/7 during the winter season, responding within two hours of notification and initiating snow removal when accumulation reaches three inches or upon store manager request. Services must ensure the store location is fully cleared prior to opening, with all work performed using the contractor's own labor, supervision, equipment, supplies, and materials. The solicitation requires electronic bid submission through eVA by January 6, 2025, at 1:00 PM EST, with contract inquiries due by January 3, 2025. The initial contract term will run from January 15, 2025, through January 14, 2026, with four potential one-year renewal options. Evaluation will be based on total price, with the contract awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must be registered in the eVA system and are encouraged to accept the Commonwealth's Small Purchase Charge Card for payment. The pricing structure requires hourly rates for snowplow vehicle with driver and manual snow shoveling, along with per-bag pricing for eco-friendly ice melt chemicals composed of sodium, magnesium, and calcium chloride blends. Contractors must maintain appropriate insurance and provide service tickets signed by an authorized Virginia ABC representative for each service performed. Payment terms are net 30 days after receipt of a proper invoice, with an option for prompt payment discounts. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, contractors should be prepared to provide competitive hourly and per-bag rates. The solicitation suggests the contractor will need to have specialized winter maintenance equipment and the capability to service the Mount Jackson store location efficiently and effectively throughout the winter season.