VDC invite to bid, term contract, BATTERIES9

The Virginia Department of Corrections (VDC) has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for a term contract focusing on batteries and flashlights, specifically soliciting bids for battery products. The procurement opportunity, identified by contract number 68221562a997edfc1b055bb2, is open to vendors interested in supplying battery products to Henrico County and Salem City jurisdictions. The solicitation strictly indicates that only one battery label will be accepted in bid responses, and vendors must carefully review the attached VDC Special Terms and Conditions dated July 2019. The bid is structured as an "all or none" procurement, meaning that partial submissions will not be considered. The official posting date is May 12, 2025, with a critical bid submission deadline of June 6, 2025. Potential bidders are required to submit their proposals through the eVA electronic procurement system, where an evaluation process for awarded bids will be conducted.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the procurement appears to be a standard competitive bidding process open to qualified vendors. The solicitation does not indicate specific restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises or small businesses. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the contract opportunity description. Similarly, no specific budget range or estimated award value is provided in the available information. Vendors interested in participating must carefully review the VDC Special Terms and Conditions and ensure compliance with all submission requirements. The procurement is focused on batteries and potentially related equipment like flashlights, suggesting this is a standardized supply contract for correctional or municipal use across Henrico County and Salem City jurisdictions in Virginia.