Well Installation and Well Abandonment (2022-CR-32W)

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is seeking a contractor for a well installation and well abandonment project (2022-CR-32W) located in Goochland County. The project requires a qualified contractor to furnish all labor, supervision, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, and materials to construct a new private water well meeting Virginia Private Well Regulations and properly abandon an existing well on the same property. Specific deliverables include tree removal, site clearing, well construction, pump and plumbing installation, disinfection, and site restoration. The contractor must comply with all applicable regulations, permitting, and reporting requirements, including Department of Professional and Occupational Regulations (DPOR) standards. The project involves constructing a well up to 150 feet in depth, with additional per-foot rates required for deeper installations. The solicitation requires detailed cost breakdowns, project timelines, subcontractor information, and potential change order provisions. Proposals are due by April 16, 2024, with the VDH expected to provide a Notice to Proceed within 3 business days of award notification.

The contract opportunity is specifically set aside for Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity (DSBSD)-certified businesses, with priority given to micro businesses, followed by small businesses, and then other bidders if no certified businesses submit acceptable proposals. Awards will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with careful consideration of DSBSD certification status. The project is funded through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding, which introduces additional compliance requirements including conflicts of interest policies, audit reporting, and quarterly performance reporting. Subrecipients must maintain detailed financial records and equipment documentation, and comply with strict monitoring and reporting guidelines. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the contract involves well installation and abandonment services with pricing based on actual depth and services performed. The contract term is one year, with potential renewal options, and requires contractors to have appropriate licensing, insurance, and compliance with state and federal regulations governing water well construction and abandonment.