Well Installation (2022-SWR-31W)

The Commonwealth of Virginia, specifically through the Virginia Department of Health and involving Franklin County, is seeking qualified contractors for a well installation project designated as 2022-SWR-31W. The procurement requires a contractor to furnish all labor, supervision, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, and materials to construct a private water well that meets Virginia Private Well Regulations. Key deliverables include obtaining necessary permits and inspections, disinfecting the well and plumbing, abandoning existing neighboring well connections, and controlling erosion and sediment during construction. The initial bid should be an average cost per foot of depth for 150 feet, with payment only for actual depth drilled, and contractors can submit additional bids for services beyond the initial scope such as additional depth or pump installation. All additional services must receive prior approval from the Virginia Department of Health. The solicitation was posted on March 18, 2024, with proposals due by April 3, 2024, and bids will remain valid for 60 days after submission. Contractors must provide project timelines, subcontractor information, and change order requests, with invoices to be submitted after the Local Health Department issues a Record of Inspection.

The contract opportunity is set aside with priority for Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity (DSBSD)-certified businesses, specifically micro and small businesses. For bids up to $10,000, the award will go to the lowest responsive and responsible DSBSD-certified micro business; for bids up to $100,000, the award will target DSBSD-certified small businesses, provided the price is deemed fair and reasonable. If no qualifying DSBSD-certified businesses are identified, the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder of any size. Contractors must be registered in the eVA Internet e-procurement solution and pay associated transaction fees. The project appears to be funded through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, which introduces additional reporting and compliance requirements, including quarterly reporting on project status and performance metrics. Contractors must maintain all required licenses throughout the contract term, retain project records for five years, and be prepared for potential audits by the Commonwealth. While specific budget ranges were not explicitly detailed, the scope suggests a project focused on well installation services with potential for additional approved work beyond the initial 150-foot drilling specification.