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

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is soliciting bids for a Well Installation and Well Abandonment contract (2022-CR-32W) in Goochland County, Virginia. The primary scope of work requires the selected contractor to provide comprehensive well services, including constructing a new 150-foot private water well, abandoning an existing well, and performing related site work. Contractors must furnish all necessary labor, supervision, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, and materials to complete the project. The work must strictly comply with Virginia Private Well Regulations, requiring successful bidders to obtain all necessary permits and inspections from the local health department. Contractors will be required to submit detailed project documentation, including a comprehensive cost breakdown, and must provide pricing for the base 150-foot well installation with additional per-foot rates for any depth variations. The bid response is due by June 17, 2024, with a 60-day bid acceptance period, and contractors must hold appropriate licensure from the Department of Professional and Occupational Regulations.

The contract opportunity is specifically set aside for Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity (DSBSD)-certified micro and small businesses, with a particular emphasis on women-owned and minority-owned businesses. To be considered, bidders must be authorized to conduct business in the Commonwealth of Virginia and demonstrate the ability to meet fair and reasonable pricing standards. The contract is funded through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, though specific total award values are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation. Successful contractors will be subject to specific compliance requirements, including maintaining project records for five years, submitting quarterly reports, and adhering to strict documentation and audit protocols. The Virginia Department of Health will issue a Notice to Proceed to the selected contractor, with payment contingent upon the Goochland County Health Department's approval and issuance of a Record of Inspection. Contractors must also be prepared to accommodate potential change orders for services beyond the base scope of work.