Well Installation (2022-SWR-31W)

The Commonwealth of Virginia, specifically through the Giles County Health Department, is soliciting bids for a Well Installation project (Solicitation Number 2022-SWR-31W) located in Franklin County. The procurement involves the complete construction of a new private water well, including comprehensive site preparation and associated infrastructure services. Specific deliverables include tree removal, site clearing, well construction, pump and plumbing installation, well disinfection, abandonment of an existing neighboring well, and proper site restoration. Contractors must comply with Virginia Private Well Regulations and Department of Professional and Occupational Regulations (DPOR) requirements, providing detailed project timelines, subcontractor information, and potential change order requests. The initial bid should be based on an estimated 150 feet of well depth, with payment calculated only for actual depth drilled, and bidders must submit a detailed cost breakdown including per-foot rates for potential additional depth. A mandatory pre-bid conference will be held prior to the bid response deadline, with all bid submissions due by June 5, 2024. Evaluation criteria will focus on responsiveness, contractor qualifications, and overall bid pricing.

The solicitation is specifically set-aside with award priority given to DSBSD-certified micro businesses or small businesses, provided their bid price is deemed fair and reasonable by the agency. Contractors must participate in the eVA Internet e-procurement solution and provide an electronic catalog for awarded items, with the contract resulting in a single purchase order and an applicable eVA transaction fee. While no specific incumbent vendor or precise budget range is disclosed, the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The project appears to be funded through ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) resources, which introduces additional reporting and compliance requirements for the successful contractor. Subrecipients will be obligated to submit quarterly updates on project timelines, locations, and performance metrics, with financial and compliance reports required within 30 days of each quarter's end. Contractors and subcontractors must maintain appropriate licenses throughout the contract term and comply with all specified technical and administrative requirements.