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

The Virginia Department of Health is seeking a contractor for well installation and well abandonment services in Goochland County through contract opportunity 2022-CR-32W. The project requires furnishing all labor, supervision, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, and materials to construct a private water well meeting Virginia Private Well Regulations and abandon an existing private drinking water supply. The initial bid should be an average cost per foot for a 150-foot well, with payment based on actual depth drilled, casing depth, grout depth, and drop pipe and pump depth. Contractors must provide well pump, plumbing, and electrical work, and submit required documentation to the Goochland County Health Department. The contractor must comply with Department of Professional and Occupational Regulations (DPOR) requirements and obtain necessary permits and inspections. A pre-bid site visit is recommended, and potential bidders can direct questions to the VDH project manager, Angelica Cipara. The proposal is due by August 6, 2024, with a 60-day bid acceptance period.

The contract opportunity includes specific set-aside provisions prioritizing DSBSD-certified micro and small businesses. Awards will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with preference given to DSBSD-certified micro businesses for bids up to $10,000 and small businesses for bids under $100,000, provided the price is deemed fair and reasonable. The contract is funded through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding, which requires detailed reporting on project progress, construction timelines, and location data. Contractors must adopt conflict of interest policies and comply with extensive financial management and reporting requirements. The contract has a five-year term after final payment or until audited by the Commonwealth. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the scope suggests multiple well installation and abandonment projects with potential for additional services through approved change orders. The Commonwealth reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to modify the contract scope as needed.